Foundations of Georgia's Government

What are the three branches of Georgia's government?

• Judicial, Legislative, Executive

• Legal, General Assembly, Supreme Court

• Judicial, General Assembly, Executive

• Executive, Supreme Court, Legislative

Making sure one branch doesn't become more powerful than the others is known as:

• separation of power

• duties and powers

• checks and balances

• checks and powers

How old do you have to be to vote?

• 17

• 18

• 21

• 25

Which of the following is NOT a civic responsibility outlined in Georgia's constitution?

• Voting

• Education

• Taxes

• Volunteering

What is Georgia's state motto?

• Justice, Peace, Independence

• Wisdom, Love, Property

• Wisdom, Justice, Moderation

• Moderation, Justice, Peace

How can you make changes to the Constitution?

• Ratification

• Amendments

• Voting on new legislators

• Write a new constitution

Who is the head of the executive branch?

• Supreme Court

• Secretary of State

• Lieutenant Governor

• Governor

The Georgia General Assembly is made up of:

• The State Senate and House of Representatives

• House of Representatives and Supreme Court

• The State Senate and the Governor

• Supreme Court and The State Senate

Which branch decides whether or not a law is constitutional?

• Executive

• Legislative

• Judicial

Which branch is headed by the Georgia Supreme Court?

• Legislative

• Executive

• Judicial