Executive Branch of Government in GA

What is the largest branch of Georgia’s government?

• Executive

• Legislative

• Judicial

• Governors

Who becomes Georgia’s chief executive officer for the state if both the governor and lieutenant governor are unable to serve?

• President

• President of the House

• Speaker of the Senate

• Speaker of the House

What is the minimum age you must be to be the governor of the state of GA?

• 20

• 21

• 30

• 40

How long must you be a US citizen to be the governor of GA?

• 8 years

• 10 years

• 15 years

• 20 years

How long must you be a GA resident to be the governor of GA?

• 7 years

• 6 years

• 5 years

• 10 years

The maximum number of years that the Georgia’s Governor may serve as the States Chief Executive Officer is?

• 8 years (2 four year terms)

• 4 years (2 two year terms)

• 8 years (1 eight year term)

• 4 years (1 four year term)

Which elected state official controls the administration of state and federal education funds?

• Secretary of State

• Labor Commissioner

• State School Superintendent

• Insurance Commissioner

According to Georgia’s Constitution, how many years may the Lieutenant Governor serve as the Lieutenant Governor? (How many terms can he/she serve?)

• Five Terms

• One Term

• Two Terms

• Unlimited Consecutive Terms

Which state position supervises elections?

• Secretary of State

• Labor Commissioner

• State School Superintendent

• Insurance Commissioner

Why is the power to make appointments to boards and executive offices important to the governor of Georgia?

• By appointing persons from the same political party, the governor can help one party dominate the government.

• Through appointments, the governor can spread his or her influence far beyond the limited powers of the governor's office.

• Through appointments to boards and executive offices, a governor can control the actions of all state agencies and boards.

• By appointing political backers and campaign contributors, the governor can repay supporters and raise money for future campaigns.