Unit 4-GA Government-part 1

What is not included in the GA constitution under the 11 articles?

• an executive branch

• national supremacy

• a legislative branch

What is the concept called when dividing the government into executive, legislative, and judicial branches?

• weak mayor councils

• segregation of schools

• separation of powers

Choose an example of the executive branch checking the judicial branch?

• pardoning convicted criminals

• impeaching judicial officials

• calling a special sessions of the GGA(Georgia General Assembly)

Why did the government put separation of powers in the constitution?

• it streamlines government

• government runs smoothly

• it keeps one branch from becoming too powerful

According to the system of checks and balances, the judicial branch has the power to

• appoint state judges

• impeach the governor

• declare laws unconstitutional

freedom of religion, freedom of speech, and guarantee of due process of law all describe...

• responsibilities of Georgia citizens

• rights of Georgia citizens

• only items considered rights and responsibilities of citizens

What is something all citizens are required to do?

• vote in elections

• run for public office

• uphold and obey the law

Most responsible citizens will not ...

• vote

• pay taxes

• run for office

How old must a person be to vote in Georgia?

• 16

• 18

• 21

What requirement is not necessary to vote in GA?

• a resident of GA and the county in which you are voting

• 18 years old before election

• a registered member of a political party