Study Guide SS8E1

What role does the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport play in Georgia's air transportation system?

• It is a minor regional airport.

• It serves as a major hub for international flights.

• It only handles cargo flights.

• It is exclusively for private jets.

Which transportation system is considered a key hub for warehousing and distribution centers in Georgia?

• Air Transportation

• Road Transportation

• Rail Transportation

• Water Transportation

The extensive interstate highway system in Georgia is significant because it:

• improves transportation and connectivity across the state.

• increases traffic congestion and pollution.

• is the longest highway system in the United States.

• was the first highway system built in the country.

Fill in the blank: Georgia's waterways facilitate the transportation of large volumes of bulk commodities like ________.

• coal

• electronics

• furniture

• clothing

What economic activity is generated by port activities in coastal communities?

• Fishing and aquaculture

• Tourism and hospitality

• Shipping and trade

• Agriculture and farming

Fill in the blank: Rail is efficient for transporting large quantities of goods like ________.

• coal

• furniture

• electronics

• clothing

What does rail access attract that requires large-scale transportation capabilities?

• Heavy industries

• Small businesses

• Local commuters

• Tourists

Georgia's transportation infrastructure contributes to economic growth by:

• Enhancing trade and commerce

• Increasing traffic congestion

• Reducing tourism

• Limiting access to rural areas

Fill in the blank: Georgia's well-developed transportation network enhances its ________ in the global market.

• competitiveness

• isolation

• instability

• indifference

Railroads play a significant role in providing employment in Georgia by:

• creating jobs in construction and maintenance

• offering opportunities in the tourism sector

• supporting local businesses through transportation

• all of the above