H10: Post WWII

Which statement BEST explains why there was a significant change in Georgia agriculture during the first few years after World War II?

• Because food was needed more than cotton after WWII, Georgia farmers stopped producing cotton.
• New technology like tractors and pesticides made it possible to farm with fewer laborers.
• Farmers began to support the Great Migration so they would have fewer people to pay.
• There was an increase in the number of farms as people began to move back from the cities to grow a wider variety of crops.

Which statement BEST explains the significance of the gubernatorial (state governor) election of 1946?

• Four candidates claimed to governor of Georgia at the same time.
• It marked the end of the white primary system which disenfranchised African Americans.
• The Georgia Supreme Court refused to get involved in the election.
• It was the first time Herman Talmadge lost an election.

Which of the following are reasons for the population shift in Georgia before WWII? (Select 4)

• Destruction of the cotton crops by the boll weevil
• The Agricultural Adjustment Act offering farmers subsidies to limit crop production
• People moving to cities in Georgia looking for jobs in industries or factories
• The Great Migration of African Americans to the North
• The need for more land to build military facilities on to accommodate the increase of soldiers

What impact did the change in agriculture after World War II have on Georgia?

• The change in agriculture caused an increased need for sharecropping and tenant farming.
• The change in agriculture caused a decrease in agricultural productivity.
• The change in agriculture caused many to leave the rural communities and relocate in urban areas.
• The change in agriculture caused a shortage of food that was available for trade with other countries.

White primaries were ruled unconstitutional in 1945. How did this ruling affect the 1946 governor's race in Georgia?

• The people re-elected Ellis Arnall, who supported increased voting rights for African Americans.
• The people elected Eugene Talmadge, who promised to bring back the white primaries.
• The people elected Herman Talmadge, who earned votes through the white primaries
• The people elected Melvin Thompson, who earned an overwhelming amount of write-in votes.

Which statement BEST explains how Atlanta's development under Mayor Ivan Allen, Jr. impacted the state?

• A variety of projects helped Atlanta grow and brought money into the state.

• A rapid transit system was developed that moved people efficiently throughout the state.

• Atlanta became an important focal point for air transportation both nationally and internationally

• Atlanta experienced a variety of riots and struggles that discouraged businesses from coming to the state.

Who was the longest serving mayor of Atlanta?

• Carl Vinson
• Ivan Allen, Jr.
• Richard Russell
• William Hartsfield

What mayor was responsible for improving Atlanta's transportation system by supporting the development of Interstate 285?

• Richard Russell
• Carl Vinson
• Ivan Allen Jr.
• William Hartsfield

What are the two major achievements William Hartsfield is credited with?

• Atlanta's mayoral system

• Atlanta's professional sports teams

• Atlanta's rapid transit (MARTA) system

• Atlanta's development as an aviation hub

• Atlanta's peaceful integration of public schools

This event was a controversial election in GA due to the death of the winner and three men having a legitimate claim to office.

• Election of 1860
• 1946 Governor's Race
• Sibley Commission
• Leo Frank Case