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.