Mississippi Studies Final Quiz

Which sector includes agriculture, forestry, and mining in Mississippi?

• Primary Sector

• Secondary Sector

• Tertiary Sector

• Quaternary Sector

What is a strength of Mississippi's economy?

• Construction

• Trade

• Utilities

• Leisure/Hospitality

What percentage of U.S. catfish is grown in Mississippi?

• 50%

• 60%

• 90%

• 75%

What is the role of the Governor in Mississippi?

• Manages land/elections

• Manages state funds

• Senate tie-breaker

• Commands the militia

In what year did Mississippi become a U.S. state?

• 1900

• 1890

• 1817

• 1798

Who is known as the King of Rock and Roll and was born in Tupelo, Mississippi?

• Elvis Presley

• Robert Johnson

• B.B. King

• Muddy Waters

Which Native American tribe is known for basketry in Mississippi?

• Navajo

• Cherokee

• Choctaw

• Sioux

What is a pull factor for people moving to Mississippi?

• Expensive housing

• High cost of living

• Lack of job opportunities

• Affordable housing

Which sector does Peavey Electronics belong to?

• Quaternary Sector

• Tertiary Sector

• Secondary Sector

• Primary Sector

What is the capital of Mississippi?

• Tupelo

• Jackson

• Hattiesburg

• Biloxi