Unit 2 Civics and American Government Review

What does the term “separation of powers” mean about the three branches of our Government?

• The three branches are equal with each other.

• The three branches are unequal without any powers.

• The three branches are kept together with each other.

• The three branches are kept separate from each other.

Which job is a part of the national executive branch of government?

• President

• Governor

• Mayor

• Senator

Which branch of the national government is headed by the United States Supreme Court?

• Local Branch

• Judicial Branch

• Executive Branch

• Legislative Branch

Which of the following public officials works in the executive branch of state government?

• mayor

• president

• governor

• state judge

Which statement about the Georgia General Assembly is correct?

• The governor of Georgia serves as the leader of the Georgia General Assembly.

• Power in the Georgia General Assembly belongs to the Georgia Supreme Court.

• The Georgia General Assembly is responsible for making laws for the state of Georgia.

• Federal laws are enforced in the state of Georgia by the Georgia General Assembly.

Devin and his family visited a local state park to enjoy the outdoors. While at the park, Devin noticed a lot of trash along the side of the nature trails. He decides to write a letter to the leader of the state government. To whom should he address his letter?

• the president

• the governor

• the mayor

• the commissioner

Jackie had a trial in a Georgia court that she did not think was fair. Which branch of Georgia government can review her trial?

• Judicial Branch

• Executive Branch

• Legislative Branch

• Local Branch

What is the MAIN responsibility of the executive branch of the US government?

• making laws

• enforcing laws

• amending laws

• interpreting laws

Which branch of government makes the laws at the national and state levels?

• Legislative Branch

• Executive Branch

• Judicial Branch

• Local Branch

What does the phrase “common good” mean?

• Something that is common for all

• Something that will benefit everyone

• Something that will not benefit everyone

• Something for only a few people to enjoy