H11-H12 Review

What event gave Atlanta international recognition?

• the election of Jimmy Carter in 1976
• the Olympics Games in 1996
• the XXVIII Super Bowl in 2000
• the opening of Six Flags Over Georgia in 1967

What were three of Andrew Young's accomplishments while serving as mayor of Atlanta?

• He served on the committee that was responsible for bringing the Olympics to Atlanta
• He led the effort to expand Zoo Atlanta
• He brought the 1988 Democratic National Convention to Atlanta
• He integrated Atlanta's police force
• He brought major league sports to Atlanta

As governor, Jimmy Carter focused on what two things?

• promoting Georgia agriculture
• improving Georgia public schools
• lowering taxes
• consolidating state agencies
• reorganizing state government

Which person was the first African American mayor of a major southern city, Atlanta?

• Andrew Young
• Maynard Jackson
• Jimmy Carter
• Martin Luther King, Jr.

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

• Population and traffic increased in the city dramatically based on the experiences people had when visiting
• 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 urban decay left behind from the 1996 Olympics.

Savannah's port is the ___ busiest container port in the U.S., generating $67 billion in revenue.

• 3rd
• 4th
• 5th
• 6th

Georgia's film industry is growing, and the GA Film Commission is ranked ___ in the nation.

• 1st
• 3rd
• 5th
• 7th

The 5th largest employer in the state and one of the state's largest industries

• Savannah Harbor Expansion Project (SHEP)
• Agriculture
• Tourism
• Film

How did Jimmy Carter help end discrimination as governor of Georgia?

• Carter appointed more minorities and women to government positions than ever before
• Carter made funding for education equal for students in low-income and wealthy areas
• Carter merged 300 state agencies and boards into about 30 agencies
• Carter appointed judges and state government officials based on accomplishments and merit