Local Government

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How many counties were established in the first state constitution of Georgia?

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8

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What was the LAST new county established in Georgia? Options: Brantley, Ware, Pierce, Fulton

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Brantley

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As established by the 1983 Georgia Constitution, what elected official is the chief record keeper for each of Georgia's counties? Options: sheriff, tax commissioner, probate judge, county clerk

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county clerk

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As established by the 1983 Georgia Constitution, what elected official oversees property deeds, marriage licenses, wills, and supervises elections for each of Georgia's counties?

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probate judge

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As established by the 1983 Georgia Constitution, what elected official is responsible for enforcing the law, maintaining the peace, and serving as the jailer for each of Georgia's counties?

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sheriff

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The city of Nahunta is an example of what type of local government?

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Weak Mayor-Council

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What do the letters in SPLOST stand for?

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Special local option sales tax

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A bond issue is a way for a local government to ________________ money for special projects like building schools or roads.

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borrow

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The chief executive in the state of Georgia is the

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Governor

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In 2022, what word was added to the state pledge to the flag? Options: wisdom, justice, moderation, courage

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courage