8th Grade Georgia Social Studies SS8H10 Developments of Georgia from 1945 to 1970 Review.

SS8H10 The student will evaluate key post-World War II developments of Georgia from 1945 to 1970.

a. Analyze the impact of the transformation of agriculture on Georgia’s growth.

b. Explain how the development of Atlanta, including the roles of mayors William B. Hartsfield and Ivan Allen, Jr., and major league sports, contributed to the growth of Georgia.

c. Discuss the impact of Ellis Arnall.

SS8H12 The student will explain the importance of significant social, economic, and political developments in Georgia since 1970.

a. Evaluate the consequences of the end of the county unit system and reapportionment.

b. Describe the role of Jimmy Carter in Georgia as state senator, governor, president, and past president.

c. Analyze the impact of the rise of the two-party system in Georgia.

d. Evaluate the effect of the 1996 Olympic Games on Georgia.

e. Evaluate the importance of new immigrant communities to the growth and economy of Georgia.