This question has two parts. First, answer part A. Then answer part B. Part A

Why was the election of Maynard Jackson significant?

A. It allowed for the continuing push for African Americans to serve in the

state legislature.

B. It helped draw attention to the needs of African Americans living in rural areas.

C. It represented the first time an African American had become mayor of a

major southern city.

D. It established a way for African Americans to be active politically at the

national level.

Part B

How did Jackson change life for people living in Georgia?

A. He was a supporter of Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr.

B. He opened up business and educational opportunities for African Americans.

C. He helped Atlanta win the 1996 Olympic Games.

D. He oversaw the redrawing of voting districts to better count African

American votes.