WorksheetsS2 Final Review
Total questions: 97
Worksheet time: 1hrs 19mins
How did the Leo Frank case impact Georgia?
A. Rise of anti-Semitism
B. Rebirth of the KKK
C. Caused the 1906 Atlanta Race Riot
D. Both A and B
The Bourbon Triumvirate were BEST known for which of the following?
Establishing an era of social equality
Rallying against the replacement of agriculture with industry
Blending new ideas like industrialization along with existing old southern traditions like white supremacy
Demanding an increase in public assistance programs to increase the aid given to the south after the Civil War
What was the MAIN purpose of the three International Cotton Expositions?
To showcase potential for new industries in the South
To share textile manufacturing ideas with other countries
To show off new farm equipment
To cause in increase in tourism to the city of Atlanta
Which of the following is known for coining the phrase "New South" as well as promoting it in their newspaper?
W.E.B. DuBois
Tom Watson
Booker T. Washington
Henry Grady
Which of the following is the landmark Supreme Court case that legalized segregation?
Brown v. Board of Education
Dred Scott v. Sanford
Plessy v. Ferguson
Roe v. Wade
Which of the following did the governments of the South create to allow poor and illiterate white men the ability to still vote?
Literacy Test
Poll Tax
Grandfather Clause
White Primary
Which of the following believed that African Americans should learn job skills and obtain economic independence before worrying about social and political rights?
Tom Watson
Booker T. Washington
W.E.B. DuBois
Alonzo Herndon
Which of the following believed higher education of the "Talented Tenth" would be necessary for African Americans to gain the social and political rights they were due immediately?
Tom Watson
W.E.B. DuBois
Booker T. Washington
Alonzo Herndon
Which of the following owned a successful barbershop in Atlanta and later became a millionaire after starting the Atlanta Mutual Insurance Company?
Alonzo Herndon
Tom Watson
Booker T. Washington
W.E.B. DuBois
Which early civil rights leader believed vocational skills (job skills) were more important than social equality?
Alonzo Herndon
Booker T. Washington
W.E.B. DuBois
Henry Grady
Which of the following was the GREATEST difference between the views of Washington and DuBois?
Washington felt social and political rights should come immediately, DuBois felt they should come gradually
Washington felt social and political rights should come gradually, DuBois felt they should come immediately
Washington supported segregation while DuBois believed in integration
Washington felt education would be necessary for social equality while DuBois believed it should come through legislation
How does the outcome of the Leo Frank case illustrate the anti-Semitic views of the South at the time?
An African American was allowed to testify in court
The case led to the Atlanta Race Riot over the verdict
The case was the first death penalty judgement in the state
The case was influenced by anti-Semitic propaganda published in the Jeffersonian
John and Joe want to eat at a particular restaurant but can't because of the color of their skin. Instead, they have to go to a run down restaurant in a bad part of town. What is this an example of?
New South
Desegregation
Disenfranchisement
Jim Crow Laws
Which of the following would have been a reason for having Jim Crow laws in Georgia?
Providing financial relief to farmers
Enforcing segregation
Encouraging industrial growth
Protecting civil rights
Which of the following is the BEST match for Georgia's contribution to WWI?
Most of the American troops were from Georgia
The 5 military bases in the state trained the majority of the American soldiers
Georgia farms grew and shipped most of the food eaten by the soldiers
Most of the weapons were manufactured in Atlanta
What crop dominated Georgia's agriculture from the early 1800s until the 1920s?
Tobacco
Rice
Cotton
Silk
Which two factors led to an economic depression in Georgia before the Great Depression?
Prohibition and Disenfranchisement of African Americans
Child Labor Laws and Labor Strikes
Boll Weevil infestation and a significant drop in cotton prices
Terrible drought and the beginning of World War I
What impact did the series of droughts and the introduction of the Boll Weevil have on Georgia?
The demand for cotton went down and synthetic fabrics were used instead
The price of cotton increased and growing it became profitable again
Cotton became easier to grow and less people were needed to grow it
Farmers grew less cotton and some gave up farming altogether
What do the following all have in common?:
- Bank Failures
- Overproduction
- Stock Speculation
All are causes of the Great Depression
All are causes of World War I
All are causes of World War II
All are causes of the New South movement
The cycle in the image illustrates which cause of the Great Depression?
Bank Failure
Stock Market Crash
Reduction in Purchasing
Overproduction of Agriculture
Which democratic Georgia governor opposed Roosevelt's New Deal programs?
Carl Vinson
Eugene Talmadge
Tom Watson
Richard Russell
Why did the New Deal come later to Georgia than other states in the South?
President Roosevelt didn't like the state of Georgia
Governor Talmadge resisted federal involvement in state affairs
The programs created by the New Deal did not benefit Georgia citizens
Republicans were too powerful in Georgia and wouldn't support Roosevelt or the New Deal
The Agricultural Adjustment Act was meant to accomplish which of the following?
Bringing electricity to rural areas
Providing agricultural jobs for the urban poor
Providing jobs in construction and education
Raising the prices of staple crops by limiting supply
Which of the following was a direct impact of the Civilian Conservation Corps?
Segregation in the South was reduced significantly
Retirement pay and benefits were finally provided to the elderly
Farmers were paid to not grow cotton and produce more food-based agriculture
More jobs were created for the building of public parks and roads, especially in Georgia
Which of the following identifies why the Agricultural Adjustment Act was unable to help African American farmers?
The AAA only paid farmers to not grow crops
Georgia farmers were reluctant to take money from the federal government
Eugene Talmadge kept the money meant for farmers and used it to fund his own projects
Sharecroppers and Tenant Farmers did not receive money from the federal government - the subsidies only went to landowners
Which New Deal program would provide benefits to the elderly, widows, and the disabled if they were unable to work?
Civilian Conservation Corps
Federal Deposit Insurance Commission
Rural Electrification Act
Social Security Administration
Which New Deal program is this picture advertising?
Civilian Conservation Corps
Federal Deposit Insurance Commission
Rural Electrification Act
Social Security Administration
Which of the following accurately describes the purpose of the Lend Lease program?
It lent our allies military aid and supplies
It sent military advisers into Europe to help with strategy
It provided agricultural products to the soldiers in Europe
It released top secret intelligence and confidential information to our allies
Which of the following could have been said about Carl Vinson?
"The U.S. Air Force is as strong as it's ever been thanks to him."
"Atlanta is the city too busy to hate because we're busy building airports."
"If it weren't for him, our Navy would have never been able to defeat the Japanese."
"He stands up to FDR; when will the federal government learn not to get involved in state affairs?"
Which of the following is the role played by the Bell Bomber Plant in World War II?
Made many of the Liberty Ships used in the Pacific theater of World War II
Created passenger planes for the purpose of shipping cargo and mail across the US
Employed civilians in Marietta, GA and produced many of the warplanes used in World War II
Constructed the battleships in towns like Savannah and Brunswick that were used to fight against the Germans
How were the cities of Savannah and Brunswick important to Georgia and the war effort during World War II?
These cities were where the B-29 Bombers were built
These cities were where Georgia trained their infantry
These cities were where the majority of the Liberty Ships were built
These cities were the site of Franklin Roosevelt's second home and political headquarters
Which of the following correctly identifies the immediate impact of the war time industries in cities like Savannah, Brunswick, and Marietta?
The decrease in agricultural production caused people to move to Atlanta
The increase in agricultural production caused a population boom in these areas
The training camps built in these areas caused an increase in military personnel
The war materials constructed in these cities caused a boom in population and helped the economy
Which of the following is TRUE about FDR's ties to Georgia?
Roosevelt was loved by Georgians thanks to the New Deal and his frequent visits to Warm Springs
Roosevelt had to stop visiting Georgia after he contracted Polio in the state and was confined to a wheelchair
Roosevelt was unpopular in Georgia because his New Deal programs did little to help Georgia citizens
Roosevelt never visited Georgia but he was happy to hear that the New Deal had helped farmers in the state
Why was the Lend-Lease act adopted by the US in World War II?
In order to help the Allied nations fight against Hitler without the US actually entering the war
In order to help the Allied nations stop the spread of communism throughout Europe
In order to stimulate job growth and pull America out of the Great Depression
In order to remain neutral and support both the Allied and Axis powers during the war
In 1900, roughly 85 percent of Georgia's population lived in rural areas. By the 2000s, that number had dropped to about 25 percent. What factor caused this change?
Demand for agricultural labor declined
New Deal programs provided jobs in cities
Electricity was very expensive in rural areas
Agriculture became less profitable in the state
Which THREE factors contributed to Georgia's economic
transformation in the early twentieth century?
The state of Georgia deregulated the state's banking industry
A boll weevil infestation destroyed much of the state's cotton crop
The population of Georgia became more centralized in urban areas
New minimum wage laws caused farmers to hire fewer hands and reduce production
WWI and WWII caused demand for manufactured goods to increase
After World War II, new agricultural technologies were a factor in what population change in Georgia?
people migrated from the Atlantic Coast to western Georgia
people migrated from cities to rural areas
people migrated from western Georgia to the Atlantic Coast
people migrated from rural areas to the cities
William B. Hartsfield contributed to the growth of Georgia by
bringing the aviation (airport) industry to the state
building world-class resort and golf courses
lowering taxes for manufacturing businesses
persuaded sports teams to move to Atlanta
Which TWO statements about Atlanta under Mayors William B. Hartsfield and Ivan Allen, Jr., are correct?
The city expanded and improved infrastructure
African Americans gained important civil rights
The city experienced a long economic depression
Major businesses moved their headquarters out of the city
Corruption caused public opinion of the government to decline
How did the contributions of former mayor of Atlanta Ivan Allen, Jr., during his time in office help the city develop economically?
By establishing the first international airport in the city,
Allen helped Atlanta to become a global tourist destination.
By creating tax breaks to encourage movie studios to film in the city, Allen helped Atlanta's movie industry expand.
By using taxes to help aircraft companies build factories in the city, Allen helped Atlanta gain military contracts during World War II.
By bringing professional sports teams to the city, Allen helped Atlanta create the infrastructure that would allow it to host the Olympics.
What was the original purpose of the Sibley Commission?
to monitor the desegregation of Georgia's public schools
to enforce the continued segregation of public schools in Georgia
to investigate the legality of keeping Georgia's schools segregated
to determine public opinion in Georgia about desegregating schools
What landmark Supreme Court decision led to the creation of the Sibley Commission by the Georgia General Assembly?
Worcester v. Georgia
Plessy v. Ferguson
Brown v. Board of Education
Leo Frank Case
The addition of a symbol of the Confederate States of America to the Georgia state flag in 1956 was a response by the state government to
a federal crackdown on the activities of the Ku Klux Klan.
the Supreme Court's ruling in Brown vs. Board of Education.
the formation of the Bourbon Triumvirate by prominent local politicians
a successful lawsuit filed against the state Democratic Party by James O'Hear Sanders
Why was the Albany Movement unable to fully achieve its desegregation goals?
It focused on using the political process rather than protests to create change
There was a lack of support among middle-class African Americans
The use of violence by some of its members alienated moderate supporters.
The movement lacked organization and leadership and quickly dissolved
Why was Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. willing to organize civil rights demonstrations despite the high risk of violence to himself?
He thought that as a leader he would be safe from personal harm
He considered violence a necessary part of the struggle for civil rights
He wanted national recognition so that he could be elected to public office
He believed civil rights were a cause greater than his individual liberty or life
The MAIN purpose of the 1963 March on Washington was to
promote unity among African Americans
pressure lawmakers to pass civil rights legislation
encourage public support of the civil rights movment
demand economic opportunities for African Americans
The original goal of the Student Non-Violent Coordinating Committee was
to desegregate public places
to boycott segregated businesses
to abolish the white primary
to ensure the passage of the Civil Rights Act
From what segment of the Georgian population did Lester Maddox draw MOST of his support in the 1960s?
poor rural farmers who opposed corporate interest
business owners who sought relief from government regulation
white Georgians who supported segregationist policy
African Americans who sought protection of their civil rights
- Chairman of SNCC
- Keynote speaker at the March on Washington
- Led over 600 marchers across the Edmund Pettus Bridge in Selma, Alabama
The following are describing which Georgian
Jimmy Carter
Martin Luther King Jr.
Maynard Jackson
John Lewis
New schools and churches have opened as a result of the increasing amount of immigrants to Georgia. What other impact have immigrants had on the state?
New laws have been passed to include changes in voting requirements.
The population of the Piedmont region has decreased
Georgia has had a difficult time attracting new industry to the state.
The agricultural industry and the construction industry actively recruited immigrants to come to the state of Georgia for employment.
How did Maynard Jackson and Andrew Young help Atlanta develop economically?
They both pushed for expansion of Port of Savannah
They both worked to bring the Olympic games to Atlanta
They both helped bring professional sports teams to Atlanta
They both pushed for the construction of an international airport
Lester Maddox surprised many Georgians in his role as governor because
he campaigned to cut government spending and then increased spending for education
he was a segregationist who appointed many African Americans to government positions
he fought to keep the white primary system, but he ordered the state university system to integrate
he promised that he would lower taxes if he was elected, but he approved several tax increases
Overturned Plessy vs. Ferguson and stated segregation in public schools is unconstitutional (illegal).
Civil Rights Act of 1964
Voting Rights Act of 1965
Worcester vs. Georgia
Brown vs. Board of Education
Which statements describe the accomplishments of Atlanta mayor Ivan Allen, Jr.? (choose 3)
Helped bring the Olympics to Atlanta
Removed white & colored signs from Atlanta city hall
Brought major league sports teams to the city
Introduced mass transit to Atlanta via MARTA
Which of the following was changed in 1956 by the Georgia legislature in protest against Brown vs. Board of Education?
State motto
State song
State flag
State symbol
Georgians opposition to the 1964 Civil Rights Act helped this segregationist become governor in 1966.
Lester Maddox
Jimmy Carter
Ellis Arnall
William B. Hartsfield
When Jimmy Carter was a governor in Georgia, what success was he well known for?
His accomplishment of earning the Nobel Peace Prize for his service.
His consolidation of state agencies and efforts to improve education.
His speeches and unite the people of Georgia together as democrats.
His peace agreement in Egypt concerning the Camp David Accords.
Who is the list describing?
-U.N. Ambassador
-Atlanta Mayor
-1st African American Congressman from GA since Reconstruction
-Top aid to Martin Luther King, Jr.
Benjamin Mays
Martin Luther King, Jr.
Hamilton Holmes
Andrew Young
Which event brought tourists, jobs, and financial gain to Georgia and built venues that are still used by the state today?
The 1949 Governor's Race
The 1996 Olympics
The change in the state flag in 1956
The 1980 Race for the Top
How old must an individual be in order to run for the Georgia House of Representatives?
18
21
25
30
How old must an individual be in order to run for Georgia Senate?
18
21
25
30
How old must a person be in order to vote in Georgia?
18
21
25
30
Georgia citizens are required to be a resident in the _____________ that they are registered to vote.
City
County
Distrcit
Region
How old must an individual be to run for either Georgia Governor or Lieutenant Governor?
18
21
25
30
Which of the following correctly identifies the system that ensures each branch of government performs only their specific function?
Checks and Balances
Separation of Powers
Federalism
Democracy
Which of the following correctly identifies the system that ensures no one branch of government becomes more powerful than another?
Checks and Balances
Separation of Powers
Federalism
Democracy
Which of the following is the duty of the Legislative Branch?
Enforcing Laws
Interpreting Laws
Making Laws
Upholding Laws
Which kind of tax generates the majority of Georgia's revenue?
Income Tax
Sales Tax
Excise Tax
Ad Valorem Tax
Which of the following correctly identifies why states collect revenue through the taxation of citizens?
To pay teacher salaries
To send money to the federal government
To allow state government to function effectively
To fund the space program
Which of the following identifies the primary role of the Executive Branch?
Manage state agencies and enforce laws
Interpret laws and appoint legislators to committees
Balance the state budget
Appoint individuals to head state agencies
Which word completes the Georgia state motto?
"Wisdom, __________, & Moderation"
Freedom
Faith
Justice
Prosperity
Which part of the legislative process is responsible for reviewing and revising bills before they are put to a vote?
Debate
Committee
Lobby
Chair
In addition to being the direct support for the Governor, what other critical role in state government is served by the Lieutenant Governor?
Speaker of the House
Supreme Court Justice
President of the Senate
President Pro Tempore
Under the Georgia Constitution, what do citizens have in exchange for the rights that they are entitled?
Freedoms
Liberties
Responsibilities
Commands
How are judges selected in GA?
They are appointed by the Governor
All judges are elected except Supreme Court judges
Trial court judges are elected by appellate court judges are appointed
All judges are elected unless they are appointed to fill a vacancy
What are more serious crimes punishable by a minimum $1000 fine and 1 year in jail called?
violations
misdemeanors
felonies
delinquent acts
What is the end result of a civil trial?
The responsible party may have to serve time in jail
The responsible party may have to pay damages (money)
The defendant can never receive money, even if they win
The burden of proof must be beyond a reasonable doubt
Matt ran a red light and crashed into Bob's car. He received a ticket from the Gwinnett County Police and was sued by Bob for damages to his car. What kind of law is involved?
Civil Law
Criminal Law
Both civil and criminal law
Neither civil nor criminal law
Quincy receives a ticket for driving 60 mph in a 50 mph zone. All the other cars on the highway were passing him. What kind of law does this involve?
Civil Law
Criminal Law
Both civil and criminal law
Neither civil nor criminal law
Paul is shopping at Target. He slips in a puddle caused by a spill that the employees neglected to section off. He sues Target for $30,000 as a result of his injuries caused by the fall. What kind of law is involved?
Civil Law
Criminal Law
Both civil and criminal law
Neither civil nor criminal law
At what age does a juvenile become an adult in GA?
13
18
16
17
Lucy is 14 years old and skips school twice a week without a written excuse. What can she be charged with?
Delinquent Behavior
Unruly Behavior
Juvenile Behavior
A Misdemeanor
What is the primary function of the judicial branch?
enact ordinances
make laws
interpret laws
determine which cases go to appellate courts
Which is the correct order of the steps in the juvenile justice system from beginning to end?
detention, adjudicatory hearing, intake, sentencing
detention, intake, adjudicatory hearing, sentencing
intake, detention, adjudicatory hearing, sentencing
intake, detention, sentencing, adjudicatory hearing
Which is true in BOTH the adult and juvenile criminal justice systems?
Trials take place with a jury
Hearings and trials are open to the public
Parents are notified of an arrest
The decision made by the judge can be appealed
Which of the following are acts committed by juveniles that are considered crimes if an adult commits them?
Truant Acts
Delinquent Acts
Unruly Acts
Misdemeanors
What is the purpose of a grand jury?
To determine if someone charged with a crime is guilty or innocent
To determine when and if laws have been broken
To determine if a person accused of a crime should stand trial for that crime
To determine if the jury in a trial acted fairly and made a sound decision
Which of these cases would be heard in juvenile court?
a 17 year old accused of stealing a car
a 15 year old accused of stealing a video game
a parent accused of abusing their 13 year old child
a 16 year old accused of murder
Which of the following is the correct order for the steps in the adult criminal justice system?
arrest, preliminary hearing, sentencing, trial
arrest, preliminary hearing, trial, sentencing
arrest, informal adjustment, preliminary hearing, trial
arrest, preliminary hearing, informal adjustment, sentencing
The following scenarios fall under what kind of law?
- Damages from auto accidents
- Being wrongfully fired from your job
- Neighbor's tree falls and destroys your fence
Civil Law
Criminal Law
Juvenile Law
Supreme Court Cases
What is the primary purpose of civil law?
making sure criminals are sent to prison
making sure citizens retain their rights during trial
helping settle disputes between 2 or more people or groups
helping settle disputes between the government and citizens
What are the dual roles of the judicial branch?
Interpreting laws and administering justice
Interpreting laws and determining if they are constitutional
Determining if laws are constitutional and rehabilitating criminals
Determining if laws are constitutional and ensuring justice in our legal system
A mayor who has a hands-on approach to overseeing city government and an under-powered city council is considered a:
Weak Mayor
Strong Mayor
Buff Mayor
Puny Mayor
A mayor who has their city council handle most of the governing of a city for them is considered to be a:
Weak Mayor
Strong Mayor
Buff Mayor
Puny Mayor
Which of the following taxes generates most of the revenue for local government?
Income Tax
Sales Tax
Property Tax
Excise Tax
MARTA, Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport, local school systems, and the Georgia Ports Authority are all considered to be government entities created to serve a specific function, what are these called?
Special Purpose Districts
Municipalities
Local Governments
Sovereign Nations
