Review SS8H12cd

What were the impacts and benefits of the 1996 Olympic Games in Atlanta

• 5 billion dollars were put into the economy

• Georgia became known for tourism, commerce, and sports

• New jobs and facilities were created

• ALL of these things are true about the 1996 Olympic Games impact

SS8H12d) What important event did Atlanta host in 1996?

• World Series

• Olympics

• International Cotton Expo

• The Super Bowl

Tax breaks and other economic incentives

Savannah College of Arts and Design (SCAD)

Tyler Perry"The Walking Dead"

All of these could BEST be used in a report to discuss which of these topics?

• The Georgia Legislature

• The Film Industry in Georgia

• The Expansion of Georgia Ports

• Important Issues in Georgia LIterature

Communities like Stone Mountain, Tybee Island, Kennesaw, Blue Ridge, Helen and Atlanta all depend on visitors to support which industry?

• Tourism industry

• Agriculture industry

• Film industry

• Shipping industry

This industry is given tax breaks to come to Georgia

• Sports Teams

• Film 

• Racing

• Restaurants

Which best describes the role of Georgia tourism and its impact on the national and global economy?

• Few international travelers visit Georgia. Almost all tourist coming to Georgia use Georgia as a transportation route to Florida.

• Tourism has declined in Georgia since 1996. The Olympics caused more Gangs creating concern for those visiting Georgia deterring tourists from coming.

• Over 100 million travelers have visited Georgia from around the world. Tourism is a leading employer for the state of Georgia.

• Georgia is the most visited state in the nation.

Which of the following was a short term impact for Atlanta hosting the 1996 Olympics?

• The Atlanta Falcons received a new stadium as a result of the 1996 Olympics.

• The appearance of the city was improved as the city cleaned up the urban decay.

• Sporting events are currently held throughout the state.

• Population declined in the city.

Which of the following was a long term impact for Atlanta hosting the 1996 Olympics?

• Population increased and Georgia benefited economically.

• Atlanta was no longer recognized for its capability to host international events because there was so much trouble with the event.

• Sporting events were moved to other cities in Atlanta because Atlanta's transportation routes were so problematic.

• Population declined in the city because of the urban decay left behind from the 1996 Olympics.

Which of the following best states why Georgia’s business leaders wanted to host the Olympics?

• To enjoy the games in their home state.

• To show the world that Atlanta, Georgia, a reformed southern city, is a city for international business.

• To keep it from the northern cities.

• To provide education opportunities for Georgia’s children.

What attraction was created for the Olympics?

• Six Flags Over Georgia

• Coca Cola

• Georgia Aquarium

• Wild Adventure