Unit 12 Study Guide

Which Georgia industry was MOST positively affected by the 1996 Olympic Games?

• Agriculture

• Insurance

• Tourism

• Mining

Why was the expansion of the Port of Savannah economically important to Georgia?

• It reduced shipping costs for international travelers.
• It helped Georgia increase its role in international trade.

• It primarily benefited only the tourism sector.
• It led to a decrease in local employment opportunities.

Choose 3: Which of the following were political positions held by Andrew Young during his career?

• 1. Mayor of Atlanta

• Georgia Congressman

• Georgia Supreme Court Justice

• 1. Governor of Georgia

• U.N. Ambassador

How did Maynard Jackson and Andrew Young help Atlanta develop ECONOMICALLY?

• They focused solely on tourism development.
• They increased taxes on small businesses.
• 1. They both helped bring the Olympic Games to the city.

• They prioritized residential housing over commercial growth.

What is the BEST title for this outline?

• 1. The Civil Rights Act's Impact on Atlanta

• 1. The Olympic Games' Effect on Atlanta

• 1. Jimmy Carter's Impact as Georgia Governor

• World War II's Effect on Georgia

How did Georgia become one of the leading states for the film industry?

• 1. The government funded the construction of advanced sound studios.

• The government funded the creation of film schools at state universities.

• 1. The government raised the state minimum wage to attract more skilled workers.

• 1. The government created tax incentives to encourage studios to film in the state.

What was the significance of Maynard Jackson serving as mayor of Atlanta?

• He was the first white mayor of Atlanta, focusing on urban renewal.
• He served as mayor for only one term with no significant impact.
• 1. He was the first Black mayor of a major Southern city

• He was known for his opposition to civil rights initiatives.

What important position was Andrew Young appointed to by Jimmy Carter?

• United States Ambassador to the United Nations
• Secretary of State
• Chief of Staff
• National Security Advisor

How did Maynard Jackson and Andrew Young help Atlanta develop?

• They both helped minority-owned businesses get contracts.

• By increasing taxes on small businesses
• By limiting access to education
• By reducing public transportation options

Which statement best describes the impact immigrant communities have on Georgia's ECONOMIC growth?

• Immigrant communities have no effect on Georgia's economy.
• 1. Immigrant communities are important economically because they assist in many jobs and create businesses.  

• Immigrant communities hinder economic growth in Georgia.
• Immigrant communities only benefit certain sectors of Georgia's economy.