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What was MOST Likely a major cause of the trend shown on the graph? Options: The slowed growth of suburbs, An infestation of agricultural pests, The continuation of long-term drought, An increased use of agricultural technology.

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An increased use of agricultural technology.

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Which was the most important factor contributing to the population shift in Georgia after WWII? Options: lack of new fertilizers, payments from the AAA, increase in farm prices, technology advances ike tractors

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technology advances ike tractors

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How did changes in Georgia's agriculture during the second half of the 20th century affect the distribution of the population in the state?

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Many small farms were consolidated into larger farms, causing thousands of farmers to move to the cities.

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Based on the graph, which conclusion can BEST be made about Georgia between 1945 and 1964? Options: There was a shortage of farm workers in the state. There was a population shift to urban areas of the state. There was a surge of immigration to rural areas of the state. There was a decreased demand for farm products in the state.

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There was a population shift to urban areas of the state.

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William Hartsfield was a long-time mayor of Atlanta. He is best remembered for his contribution in which field?

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aviation

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What was one way Mayor William B. Hartsfield contributed to the development of Atlanta? Options: He brought several major league sports teams to the city. He helped implement peaceful integration of the city schools. He promoted the development of a commuter rail line in the city. He established affirmative action programs for hiring city contractors.

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He helped implement peaceful integration of the city schools.

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Which Atlanta mayor helped to triple the size of the city with the development of the airport and also made strides in the fight for Civil Rights by ending lunch counter segregation?

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William Harsfield

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What impact did the change in agriculture after WWII have on Georgia?

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The change in agriculture caused many to leave the rural communities and relocate in urban areas.

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After WWII, Georgia developed and transformed in many ways. Which of the following is NOT one of those ways? Growth in Atlanta, Change in agriculture, Dependency on small farms., Population shift from rural to urban areas.

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Dependency on small farms.

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Which best describes the changes in agriculture after WWII?

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Fewer farmers were needed due to the improvement in farm technology.