Question

In 1966, the Atlanta Braves played their first baseball game in Atlanta, having moved from Milwaukee during the offseason. Later that same year, Atlanta Falcons began playing football. Then, in 1968, basketball's St. Louis Hawks moved to Atlanta, marking the third professional sports team to begin play in Atlanta during the 1960s.
Which situation was MOST likely to happen as a result of these changes during the 1960s?




A)

Atlanta was chosen to host the Summer Olympic games.



B)

Atlanta became the first city to elect an African American mayor.



C)

The city of Atlanta saw an increase in tourism and hotel construction.

Eliminate


D)

The Federal government built an interstate through the heart of Atlanta.

Answer 1

Answer:

the answer is c

Explanation:the city of Atlanta saw an increase in tourism and hotel construction. People from across the state and from across the southeast came to Atlanta to watch sports, which meant that they would need places to stay while visiting. And while Atlanta was chosen to host the summer olympics it was not an issue until roughly 30 years later.

Answer 2

Answer:  C

Explanation: Took the test :)