SS8H10 post-World War II

Which individual was responsible for bringing the 3 professional sports teams to Atlanta?

• William B. Hartsfield

• Ivan Allen Jr.

• Eugene Talmadge

• Ellis Arnall

William B. Hartsfield played a huge role in the creation of (the) _____________

• Georgia Dome

• State Farm Arena

• Lake Lanier

• Atlanta's first airport

Who was the original winner of the 1946 Democratic primary but died before beginning his fourth term?

• Herman Talmadge

• Ellis Arnall

• Eugene Talmadge

• Melvin E. Thompson

Which of these did Ivan Allen Jr. and William B. Hartsfield NOT have in common?

• They were both Atlanta mayors.

• They both proactively built up Atlanta.

• They were both played a role in creating Atlanta's airport.

• They were both Civil Rights Advocates.

Who did the General Assembly pick as governor after Eugene Talmadge's death?

• His son, Herman

• Ellis Arnall

• Jimmy Carter

• Melvin E. Thompson

After WWII, many Georgians were moving from ____________ areas to ______________ areas.

• rural; urban

• poor; rich

• Blue Ridge; piedmont

• urban; rural

Which of the following played a role in decreasing the amount of farm jobs?

• Fertilizers

• Better farming techniques

• Larger and better machinery

• Cotton Gin

The event where three men claimed Georgia's highest political office is known as what?

• "The Election Heard 'Round the World"

• "The Gilded Age"

• "Tri-Governor's Affair"

• "Three Governors Controversy"

During the "Three Governors Controversy," why did the sitting governor, Ellis Arnall, refuse to give up his seat?

• He secretly voted for Melvin E. Thompson.

• He had an old childhood feud with Herman Talmadge.

• He wanted the president to choose the next governor of Georgia.

• He believed the General Assembly had no authority to choose who was governor.

True or False: William B. Hartsfield was Atlanta's longest serving mayor.

• True

• False