Unit 9: Modern GA

Who was the first black mayor of Atlanta?

• Andrew Young

• Martin Luther King Jr.
• Jimmy Carter

• Maynard Jackson

Who was the first black man to be elected to the House of Representatives from Georgia since Reconstruction?

• Martin Luther King Jr.
• Maynard Jackson

• Andrew Young
• Malcolm X

What was Andrew Young's major accomplishment as mayor of Atlanta?

• Bringing the 1996 Summer Olympics to the city
• Establishing a professional sports team in Atlanta
• Building the tallest skyscraper in the city
• Implementing a city-wide ban on racism

How did Jimmy Carter reorganize the state of Georgia?

• Enforced strict segregation laws
• Ignored racial integration and education reform
• Increased government corruption
• Combining organizations with similar functions

What were the Camp David Accords?

• Cultural exchange program between Egypt and Israel
• Political agreements for peace between Egypt and Israel

• Trade agreement between Egypt and Israel
• Military alliance between Egypt and Israel

The creation of Centennial Olympic Park in Atlanta led to what?

• The destruction of downtown Atlanta and the cancellation of the 1996 Summer Olympics.
• The relocation of Centennial Olympic Park to a different city.
• The decrease in tourism and economic activity in Atlanta.
• The revitalization of downtown Atlanta and the hosting of the 1996 Summer Olympics.

How did the population of Atlanta change after hosting the 1996 Olympic games?

• The population of Atlanta decreased
• The population of Atlanta remained the same
• The population of Atlanta became poorer

• The population of Atlanta increased

Why is Georgia nicknamed the "transportation hub" of the southeast?

• Georgia is known for its lack of transportation infrastructure
• Georgia has limited access to highways, railroads, and airports
• Georgia's transportation system is not well connected to the rest of the region
• Georgia has a major network of highways, railroads, and airports that connect the state to the rest of the region.

How has Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport affected the population of Atlanta?

• The airport has caused a decline in Atlanta's population by driving away businesses and job opportunities.
• The airport has had no impact on Atlanta's population.
• The airport has contributed to the growth of Atlanta's population by attracting businesses and creating job opportunities.
• The airport has led to an increase in crime rates, causing people to leave Atlanta.

Why is the film industry growing in Georgia?

• High cost of living, limited filming locations, and unskilled workforce
• Tax incentives, diverse filming locations, and skilled workforce
• Lack of government support, lack of talent, and poor infrastructure
• Unfavorable weather conditions, lack of resources, and high crime rates