Georgia Government Summative Review

Which of the following is NOT one of the parts of the GA Constitution?

• Bill of Rights

• Preamble

• Court Case Summaries

• Articles

Maria writes a letter to the editor of her local newspaper expressing her opinion on a proposed law.  Which right (based on the GA Constitution) is Maria expressing?

• her freedom of conscience
• her freedom of speech & the press
• right to assemble & petition
• right to keep & bear arms

What principle of the Constitution gives the 3 branches distinct (different) roles?

• checks & balances
• separation of powers
• federalism
• democracy

What 3 principles are included in the Georgia motto and it's Pledge to the Flag? 

• wisdom, justice, moderation
• moderation, partnership, justice
• life, liberty, freedom
• wisdom, security, tolerance

According to the principle of Separation of Powers, what is major role of the executive branch?

• write laws
• impeach the governor
• enforce (carry out) laws
• interpret laws

Which of the following is an example of how Checks & Balances works in GA govt.?

• appealing a court case to the supreme court
• overriding a Governor's veto by the General Assembly
• reducing property taxes
• signing a petition to repeal a law

Which of the following is NOT a voting qualification?

• 18 years old
• U.S. citizen
• Resident of County You Vote
• Live in America for 30 years

What is the primary function of the Legislative Branch?

• To make Laws
• To understand laws
• To protect the president
• To enforce laws

What are 2 major parties in the US?

• Progressive & Reform
• Green & Libertarian 
• Republican & Democratic
• Constitution & Independent 

Which of these people CAN'T vote in Georgia's elections?

• Currently serving jail time for felony
• 20 years old
• People say they are crazy
• felon off of probation