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Post War/Civil Right
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Which best describes the most important change in Georgia agriculture? | Agriculture was diversified and technological advancements |
| Which things did Hartsfield contribute while he was Mayor of Atlanta? | "city too busy to hate", International Airport, Peaceful integration of Atlanta Public Schools |
| What were Ivan Allen's contributions to Atlanta while he was mayor? | Professional Sports Teams, integrate city hall, Interstates developed |
| Who was chosen by the Georgia Supreme Court to serve as Georgia governor until a special election could happen, ending the 3 governors controversy? | Melvin Thompson |
| What are Ellis Arnall's contributions as Governor of Georgia? | Voting age 18, Supported the end of the White Primary, Abolished Poll Tax |
| Which 3 men all claimed to be he governor of Georgia at the same time? | Ellis Arnall, Melvin Thompson and Herman Talmadge |
| Which is the BEST explanation for the decline in cotton production that occurred in Georgia in the decades following World War II? | Newly developed synthetic fabrics like nylon and rayon led to a decrease in demand for cotton. |
| What was the primary impact of the modernization of agriculture after 1945? | Fewer farm laborers were needed, so many people migrated to the suburbs and cities.20 participants77 % c |
| How did changes in GA's agriculture during the second half of the 20th century affect the distribution of population in the state? | Many technological advancements in agriculture made it easier for fewer people to do the work thus putting many farmers out of work. |
| What is the relationship between the white primary and the 1946 Governor's race? | Eugene Talmadge promised to restore the white primary and keep blacks out of politics if elected governor. |