Impacts of Ellis Arnall and the White Primary in Georgia

What was the white primary?

• A type of election where only white citizens could vote.

• A law that allowed women to vote.

• A primary election for selecting school board members.

• A system for electing judges.

How did the end of the white primary impact the 1946 governor’s race?

• It led to a decrease in voter turnout.

• It allowed more diverse candidates to run.

• It resulted in a more inclusive election process.

• It caused the election to be postponed.

What was one of Ellis Arnall's achievements as governor of Georgia?

• He increased the power of the governor's office.

• He abolished the poll tax.

• He restricted voting rights for 18-year-olds.

• He closed Georgia's colleges.

Which of the following is Ellis Arnall known for during his time as governor?

• Restoring the accreditation of Georgia’s colleges.

• Increasing taxes on education.

• Limiting suffrage to those over 21.

• Expanding the governor's powers.

Ellis Arnall granted voting rights to which age group?

• 16-year-olds

• 18-year-olds

• 21-year-olds

• 25-year-olds

What did Ellis Arnall do to the power of the governor's office?

• He increased it.

• He reduced it.

• He left it unchanged.

• He abolished it.

What is the first stage in the election process according to the diagram?

• General Election

• Primary "round"

• Final Election

• Runoff Election

What was the primary election process in Georgia?

• A single candidate is chosen directly in the general election.

• Multiple candidates compete in a primary round, and the winner goes to the general election.

• The general election occurs first, followed by the primary round.

• All candidates are selected without any election process.

What was the purpose of the "White Primary" in Georgia?

• To enfranchise all voters equally

• To select candidates for the general election

• To disenfranchise black voters

• To promote multi-party elections

What did the "White Primary" ban African-Americans from doing?

• Running for office

• Voting in primary elections

• Attending public schools

• Owning property