SS8H12 Modern Georgia

How did the 1996 Olympics impact the growth and development of Georgia?

• It provided an economic boost through jobs and tourism.

• It helped Atlanta solve its water shortage problem.

• It forced farmers to grow more crops.

• It left the state in debt to help pay for all of the stadiums.

Who was the first African-American mayor of Atlanta?

• Ivan Allen, Jr.

• Maynard Jackson

• Andrew Young

• John Lewis

Which Georgia governor consolidated state agencies and ended segregation in Georgia's government?

• Eugene Talmadge

• Jimmy Carter

• Melvin Thompson

• Lester Maddox

Who was the first Georgian to be elected to the office of President?

• Eugene Talmadge

• Jimmy Carter

• Lester Maddox

• Ivan Allen, Jr.

Which fact supports the statement that "Andrew Young played an important role in international politics."?

• Young was appointed UN Ambassador by Jimmy Carter

• Young was a member of the US House of Representatives

• Young was the Mayor of Atlanta

• Young worked closely with MLK

Which facts is the best evidence that Jimmy Carter's presidency was related to foreign policy and diplomacy?

• He helped negotiate peace at the Camp David Accords

• He allowed the hostages to remain in custody of Iran

• H signed federal law to protect wilderness lands

• H boycotted the 1980 Olympics, protesting Russia's invasion of Afghanistan

Which is benefit of the Savannah Harbor Expansion Project?

• Tourism increased in Savannah

• New investors purchased land near the port

• More jobs were created which improved the economy for the state

• Bigger ships were not allowed in the harbor

Who became mayor of Atlanta after serving in the U.S House of Representatives?

• John Lewis

• Maynard Jackson

• Martin Luther King, Jr.

• Andrew Young

Which mayor of Atlanta expanded the airport and helped bring the Olympic games to Atlanta?

• Andrew Young

• William B. Hartsfield

• Maynard Jackson

• John Lewis

Which was considered a major accomplishment for President Carter?

• The peace treaty between Israel and Egypt

• The release of the hostages in Iran

• The successful boycott of the 1980 Olympics

• Helping Ronald Regan become the 40th president of the US