Local Government in Georgia SS8CG6

What occurs when a Georgia law conflicts with the United States Constitution?

• Congressional action must decide between the two constitutions.

• An amendment must be passed to make allowances for the state constitutions.

• The national constitution is supreme in conflicts with state laws.

• Since the state government is more representative, it overrules the national constitution.

Who elects the Board of Commissioners?   

• a) The President
• b)The Mayor
• c) The citizens
• d) None of the above

An example of a special-purpose government would be

• a historic park
• a school system
• a public fishing area
• a new local business

GA has ______ counties

• 180
• 56
• 159
• over 500

Which branch of government does a mayor represent?

• legislative
• executive
•  judicial

What do county commissioners and city council members have in common?

• They are all male.
• They are all elected.
• They are all appointed. 
• They all serve 1-year terms.

How do the council act as the legislative branch?

• They make rules for the city. 
• They enforce laws for the city.
• They hire city managers.
• They run the courts. 

Which is a reason for special purpose district governments?

• to meet the needs of citizens
• to accomplish a certain task
• to support the economy
• all answers are correct

A citizen has a concern about the cleanliness of the basketball courts her son likes to play on. Who should she take her concern to?

• Her county commissioners
• Her mayor
• Her local Parks and Recreation Authority
• Her council members 

Takes care of the city by collecting trash, taking care of roads, and sewers, etc. 

• Police Department
• Fire Department
• City Council
• Public Works