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Review for Georgia Studies

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What was one reason for the Siege of Savannah during the American Revolution?

to end the British military occupation of the city

to end the colonial boycott of British products

to force Savannah Loyalists to support the independence movement

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How did the development of the cotton gin influence the economy of Georgia?

Cotton mills in the state became more efficient, helping the South to industrialize.

Cotton could be processed much faster, leading to an increase in demand for slave labor

The planting of cotton became quicker, leading to an increase in farm workers’ wages

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How did Sherman’s March to the Sea affect the state of Georgia?

Sherman’s march diverted Union attention from Georgia, allowing the state’s militia to recover

The March to the Sea was the first time the Union army actually entered the state of Georgia.

The March to the Sea destroyed Georgia’s agriculture and roads, devastating the state’s economy.

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Which of these was an effect of the U.S. Supreme Court ruling in Plessy v. Ferguson?

Many African American/Black youths were required to work in the fields.

African Americans/Blacks were restricted from entering many public places.

Many African Americans/Blacks became small-business owners.

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Which group of people was MOST affected by the boll weevil in the years between World War I and World War II?

factory workers

railroad workers

cotton farmers

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How was Georgia significant in the life of President Franklin Delano Roosevelt?

Roosevelt traveled to Warm Springs frequently to recover from complications of polio

Roosevelt used his Warm Springs home as his military headquarters during World War II

Roosevelt received support from Georgia Governor Talmadge to implement New Deal programs

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What was ONE way Mayor William B. Hartsfield helped the development of Atlanta?

He brought several major league sports teams to the city.

He helped implement peaceful integration of the city schools.

He promoted the development of a commuter rail line in the city.

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What was a major effect of the March on Washington?

It led to the creation of the Sibley Commission.

It led to the president enacting most of the marchers’ demands.

It created momentum for the passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

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Which Atlanta event contributed MOST to making it an “international city”?

hosting the Olympic Games

supporting the Civil Rights Movement

building a public transportation system

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Which action by a juvenile would be considered delinquent behavior under Georgia law?

being truant from school

being out after curfew

stealing from a store

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