Flashcards on Reconstruction and Georgia State Government

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Role of committees in Georgia State Senate and House

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Bills must be reviewed by a committee before they are brought before the entire House or Senate

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Principle illustrated by Georgia state government branches

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Separation of powers

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In Georgia, a bill vetoed by the governor can still become law if two-thirds of the General Assembly vote to override the veto.

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A vetoed bill can become law with a two-thirds vote.

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A majority of Georgia's population voting in favor of the passage of the bill does not make a vetoed bill become law.

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Public support alone cannot override a veto.

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The Speaker of the House and the majority leaders agreeing to override the veto can make a vetoed bill become law.

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Agreement from key leaders can lead to a veto override.

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One duty of the lieutenant governor of Georgia, but not the governor, is presiding over the Georgia State Senate.

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The lieutenant governor presides over the State Senate.

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Serving as commander-in-chief of the state's military is not a duty of the lieutenant governor of Georgia.

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The lieutenant governor does not serve as commander-in-chief.

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Scott's Great Snake.

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Image of a map with a snake illustration.

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Goal of Sherman's March to the Sea

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To cut off Confederate supply lines and disrupt the Southern economy

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Main difference between tenant farmers and sharecroppers during Reconstruction

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Tenant farmers often owned tools and equipment, while sharecroppers relied on landowners for everything.