SS8CG1- GEORGIA'S GOVERNMENT

Which part of the Georgia Constitution is the introduction and identifies the purpose of the state constitution?

• The Preamble

• The Bill of Rights

• The Articles

• The Amendments

Which part of the Georgia Constitution lists the rights and freedoms of citizens?

• The Preamble

• The Bill of Rights

• The Articles

• The Amendments

Which part of the Georgia Constitution is the largest part listing the rights, rules, and procedures for citizens and the state government?

• The Preamble

• The Bill of Rights

• The Articles

• The Amendments

Which part of the Georgia Constitution discusses changes made to the constitution?

• The Preamble

• The Bill of Rights

• The Articles

• The Amendments

Which parts of the Georgia Constitution can be found within the articles? (Choose 2)

• Preamble

• U.S. Constitution

• Amendment Process

• Bill of Rights

Which articles are associated with the three branches of government?

• Articles 3, 4, and 5

• Articles 1, 2, and 3

• Articles 1, 10, and 11

• Articles 3, 5, and 6

Article 8 focuses on rights, rules, and regulations of what area?

• Counties and Municipal Corporations

• Education

• Voting and Elections

• Constitutional Boards and Commissions

Which most closely identifies the purpose of the constitution stated in the preamble of the state constitution? "To perpetuate the principles of free government, insure justice to all, preserve peace, promote the interest and happiness of the citizen and of the family, and transmit to posterity the enjoyment of liberty, we the people of Georgia, relying upon the protection and guidance of Almighty God, do ordain and establish this Constitution."

• The state constitution purposes to keep order and law regardless of the freedom, peace, and happiness requested by the citizens.

• The state constitution purposes to keep rules of a free government, provide justice, peace, and happiness to its citizens, and ensure that future generations can have freedom.

• The state constitution purposes to change the constitution when citizens are unhappy or experience dissatisfaction with the rule of law.

• The state constitution purposes to unify the nation, provide a sense of security, justice, and equality for citizens, and ensure future generations can enjoy the right to worship.

Which of the following is NOT a similarity between the U.S. Constitution and Georgia Constitution?

• Both constitutions contain a similar structure.

• Both constitutions include separation of powers for three branches of government.

• Both are similar in length.

• Both list rights and responsibilities of citizens.

What is the primary function of the executive branch?

• To create laws

• interpret laws and determine if laws and actions are constitutional

• carry out and enforce law