Question

Atlanta Major Kasim Reed has been a major supporter of the plan to deepen the Savannah Seaport. WHen funding was approved for the project, Reed stated, "Work can now begin in earnest on the Savannah Harbor Expansion Project, bringing with it significan economic benefits to the entire state of Georgia ..."
What is the MOST likely reason Reed would support such a project?

A. He was born in Savannah.
B. He wants to move the capital to Savannah.
C. He believes Savannah is a better port than the port of Brunswick.
D. He believes more port activity would be good for Atlanta's business, too.

Answer 1

The correct option is D.
From his expression, it can be seen that Major Reed believed that the expansion of the Savannah Seaport will bring more economic activity to Atlanta thus increasing the economic wealth of the state.

Answer 2

The right answer is "D. He believes more port activity would be good for Atlanta's business, too."

The explanation for this answer is in the mayor's own speech that appears in this question. Reed literally says: "Work can now begin in earnest on the Savannah Harbor Expansion Project, bringing with it significan economic benefits to the entire state of Georgia ..." This is because he hoped to strengthen the city, economically, thus bringing more jobs and quality of life to citizens.