Study Guide (Unit 8)

Jackson is studying the history of Georgia's economy. Identify three factors that contributed to the change in Georgia's economy during the early 20th century.

• Georgians moved from urban areas to more rural areas.

• A boll weevil infestation destroyed much of the state's cotton crops.

• World Wars I and II caused demand for manufactured goods to increase.

• The population of Georgia became more centralized in urban areas.

Which factor MOST LIKELY contributed to the increase in farm productivity from 1945-1964?

• a reduction in government subsidies

• a decrease in the number of farm workers

• advancements in agricultural machinery

• an increase in the number of small farms

What was a significant trend in Georgia's population distribution from 1945 to 1964?

• Urban areas in the state experienced population growth.

• Farm labor became scarce in the state.

• The state's agricultural demand significantly declined.

• Rural areas saw a large influx of immigrants.

Identify the individual associated with the following achievements in Georgia:

expanded Atlanta's airport, served as mayor for an extended period, and promoted racial integration in schools.

• Ivan Allen Jr.

• William B. Hartsfield

• Andrew Young

• Maynard Jackson

What significant contribution did Ivan Allen Jr. make to Atlanta during his tenure as mayor?

• Guiding the city through the Civil Rights Movement

• Establishing a major university in the city

• Attracting professional sports teams to Atlanta

• Developing the city's public transportation system

How did the end of the white primary affect the 1946 governor's race?

• M.E. Thompson won because he stayed out of the white primary debate.

• Eugene Talmadge won because he promised to bring the white primary back.

• Herman Talmadge won because of votes received in the new primary system.

• Herman Talmadge won because of votes received in the new primary system.

What is one reason for the decline in farm animal ownership in Georgia since World War II?

• The rural population in Georgia has been decreasing over the years.

• The cost of maintaining farm animals has risen significantly.

• Farm animals are now subject to higher taxes than before World War II.

• After acquiring new skills during the war, many Georgians chose not to return to farming.

What actions did Ivan Allen, Jr. take to promote equality in Atlanta? Select three of the following.

• He endorsed the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

• He permitted African Americans to serve as firefighters.

• He initiated the construction of a major airport in the city.

• He took down segregation signs from water fountains at City Hall.

What were the significant occurrences in the 1946 Georgia governor's election?

• Herman Talmadge is appointed governor by Georgia's General Assembly.

• A special election in Georgia results in Herman Talmadge becoming governor a year later.

• Eugene Talmadge passes away soon after being elected for a fourth term as governor.

• Following a legal dispute, Melvin Thompson is declared governor by Georgia's Supreme Court.

Identify the transportation network that collaborates with another to facilitate the distribution of imports across Georgia.

• Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport — the Interstate Highway System

• Georgia's public transit system — railroads

• the Interstate Highway System — Georgia's public transit system

• Georgia's public transit system — the state's deepwater ports