Maynard Jackson and Atlanta

Who was the first African-American or Black mayor of a major southern city?

• Andrew Young

• Herman Talmadge

• Maynard Jackson

• Billy Payne

In what year did Maynard Jackson first become mayor of Atlanta?

• 1968

• 1973

• 1990

• 1994

Which of the following was NOT an accomplishment of Maynard Jackson mentioned in the text?

• Encouraging Atlanta to become a financial center and distribution hub.

• Expanding international convention facilities.

• Improving the mass transit system.

• Renaming the city of Atlanta.

Who was Andrew Young a close associate with during his time at the SCLC?

• Jimmy Carter

• Martin Luther King, Jr.

• Lester Maddox

• Ellis Arnall

As mayor, what was one of Andrew Young's achievements for Atlanta?

What was Jimmy Carter's first political office?

• Mayor of Atlanta

• Pastor at Bethany Congregational Church

• Ambassador to the United Nations

• State senator

What did Jimmy Carter advocate for as a state senator?

As governor, what was Carter known for?

• Reducing the size of the government

• Reorganizing state government and consolidating state agencies

• Increasing taxes

• Decreasing educational funding

What did Carter focus on improving besides reorganization of the state government?

• Military strength

• Educational, justice, and mental health systems

• Transportation infrastructure

• International trade agreements

What was one of Carter's actions regarding appointments to governmental positions?

• He appointed fewer women and minorities than previous governors

• He appointed only members of his political party

• He appointed more women and minorities than all of Georgia's previous governors combined

• He made no new appointments during his term