GA Milestones Review Part 4

Read the text and answer the question.

The first African American mayor of a major southern city, he increased city contracts with minority businesses by 35 percent during his time in office. He also reformed the police department and added a new terminal to Hartsfield Jackson International Airport. Some of the community resented his emphasis on public involvement in neighborhood planning.

Which notable Georgian is described above?

• Hamilton Holmes

• Maynard Jackson

• Benjamin Mays

• Andrew Young

What did Jimmy Carter focus on during his term as governor of Georgia? Select all that apply.

• expanding executive power

• promoting civil rights

• restructuring the state government

• expanding executive power

• eliminating regulations on businesses

What key factor contributed to the growth of the Georgia film industry?

• tax incentives provided for filming in the state

• Georgia's proximity to other centers of film production

• the relocation of major awards shows to the state

• the rapid economic development of rural Georgia

Use the list to answer the question.

• Total Economic Impact (2015): $59 billion • Supports more than 439,000 jobs • Makes up 10.3% of all payroll employment • Generates $3 billion in state and local taxes • Activity centered in Atlanta and along the coast

What does the list describe?

• the importance of the steel industry to Georgia's economy

• the importance of the oil industry to Georgia's economy

• the importance of the tourism industry to Georgia's economy

• the importance of the mining industry to Georgia's economy

Which Georgia-based company does NOT sell a product as its main way of making money?

• United Parcel Service

• Georgia-Pacific

• Home Depot

• Coca-Cola

How did Maynard Jackson help Atlanta develop economically? Select all that apply.

• by reducing overall taxes in Atlanta and reducing government regulation

• by expanding access to private schools through a voucher program

• by pushing through expansions of the city's international airport

• by expanding the canal connections to the Port of Savannah

• by improving economic opportunities for African American-owned businesses

During his time as mayor of Atlanta, how did Andrew Young help continue the work set forth by the city's previous mayor?

• Young expanded Ivan Allen Jr.'s push to bring major league sports to the city.

• Young expanded John Lewis' initiatives to make the city fully integrated.

• Young expanded Maynard Jackson's programs for minority businesses.

• Young expanded William B. Hartsfield's work on the city's first airport.

How is Savannah Harbor Expansion Project likely to impact the economy of Georgia?

• By automating various processes at the port that had previously been done by hand, the project will reduce labor needs and contribute to a significant rise in the unemployment rate in the state.

• By increasing manufacturing activity in and around the harbor, the project will contribute to efforts to shift the state away from agriculture and toward heavy industry

• By financing the construction of hotels and other major attractions at the port, the project is expected to contribute to the growth of Georgia's tourism industry.

• By enhancing the ability of the port to serve larger vessels, the project will increase the role of Georgia in international trade and create a considerable amount of jobs and revenue for the state.

How has the tourism industry impacted Georgia economically?

• Emphasis on tourism has led Georgia to largely abandon agriculture, which has contributed to significant growth in the state's economy.

• The tourism industry has served as a major job creator in various parts of the state and has generated a considerable amount of tax revenue.

• Many businesses in the state have suffered as Georgia has ceased to be a major hub of international trade due to a focus on tourism along the coast.

• The growth of the tourism industry has resulted in a population shift to rural areas, resulting in labor shortages in major urban communities.

Which city is the center of the Georgia film industry?

• Athens

• Macon

• Atlanta

• Savannah