December 13th Weekly Social Studies Quiz

After the Civil War, many newly freed African Americans worked on plantations as _____ to make a living.

• sharecroppers

• slaves

• plantation owners

• yeoman farmers

After the Civil War, agriculture was still important, but the focus shifted to _____ (factories).

• industrialization

• farming

• transportation

Which of these are some examples of natural resources in Southeastern modern industries? (choose all that are correct)

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In modern times, Atlanta has become a center for which of these industries?

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The Southeast has become famous for its tourism.
Which city is famous for its warm climate and pleasant beaches?

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People can visit this place in Virginia to see one of America's first colonies.

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Where are these musicians playing jazz music? (look in your red book, page 162)

• New Orleans

• Nashville

• Hollywood

Look at pages 162 and 163.

Write in at least FOUR kinds of music that have come from the Southeast.