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How are the US Constitution and the Georgia Constitution similar? Select all that apply.

• They both include a bill of rights.

• They both concentrate power in the executive.

• They both create unicameral legislatures.

• They both outline the structure of government.

Who is NOT eligible to vote in Georgia?

• a citizen of Georgia who is in jail for a felony conviction

• a citizen of Georgia who has not voted in over thirty years

• a citizen of Georgia who has only lived in Georgia for two years

• a citizen of Georgia who currently works for the state government

Why does the Georgia Constitution split the powers of government among different branches?

• to make it easier for lawmakers to enact new laws

• to make sure the lawmaking process is efficient

• to prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful

• to make it easier for lawmakers to enact new laws

Look at the text of the Pledge of Allegiance to the Georgia Flag. Then answer the question that follows.

I pledge allegiance to the Georgia flag and to the principles for which it stands:                     ?                    .

Which three terms correctly complete the pledge?

• Liberty, Peace, and Opportunity

• Love, Loyalty, and Faith

• Wisdom, Justice, and Moderation

• Diversity, Beauty, and Grace

Which answer choice accurately illustrates the role of checks and balances in the lawmaking process in Georgia?

• Once a bill becomes law, the Georgia Supreme Court has the ability to rule on the constitutionality of that law and determine whether or not it can be enacted.

• If the governor introduces a bill that the majority of the General Assembly does not support, the General Assembly has the ability to veto that law.

• Any bill proposed by the Georgia Supreme Court must be approved by both the governor and a majority of the General Assembly

• A majority of the Georgia Supreme Court must vote in favor of a bill proposed by the General Assembly before it is presented to the governor for approval.

Which of the following accurately illustrate the role of checks and balances in the lawmaking process in Georgia? Select all that apply.

• The General Assembly has the power to override a veto issued by the governor regarding a proposed law.

• Any bill proposed by the Georgia Supreme Court must be approved by both the governor and a majority of the General Assembly before it becomes law.

• Once a bill becomes law, the Georgia Supreme Court has the ability to rule on the constitutionality of that law and determine whether or not it can be enacted.

• If the governor introduces a bill that the majority of the General Assembly does not support, the General Assembly has the ability to veto that law.

Look at the outline.

I.                               ?                            

 Freedom of Speech

Freedom of Religion

Freedom of the Press

Which of the following makes the BEST title for the outline above?

• Liberties Promised by the Constitutions of Most States

• Rights Guaranteed by the US Constitution and State Constitutions

• Liberties Provided Only by the US Constitution

• Rights Granted Only to Georgia State Citizens

Which of the following is NOT considered a responsibility of citizens under Georgia's government?

• obeying the law

• responsible worship

• paying taxes

• jury duty

Look at the outline.

I.                                    ?                                

  You must be a citizen of the United States

You must be a legal resident of Georgia

You must be at least 18 years old

Which of the following makes the BEST title for the outline above?

• United States Tax Eligibility Rules

• Jury Duty Criteria in the United States

• Property-owning Requirements in Georgia

• Georgia Voting Qualifications

The branches of the Georgia state government each play different roles in the lawmaking process, with no branch able to enact and enforce a law without the cooperation of the others. These relationships BEST illustrate which principle?

• separation of powers

• republicanism

• popular sovereignty

• federalism