Georgia Civics Quiz

What are some qualifications required for voting in elections in Georgia?

• Must be at least 25 years old

• Must be a U.S. citizen

• Must be a registered member of a political party

• Must own property in Georgia

What are the rights and responsibilities of citizens according to the Georgia Constitution?

• Paying taxes but having no right to vote

• Serving on a jury but not having freedom of speech

• Voting in elections and obeying laws

• Owning property but not being able to hold public office

What does the concept of separation of powers refer to among Georgia's three branches of government?

• The executive branch making all the laws

• Each branch having its own distinct functions and roles

• The judicial branch controlling the military

• The legislative branch enforcing laws

How do checks and balances work in Georgia's government system?

• Each branch has the power to control the other two branches

• Only the executive branch can make decisions

• The legislative branch has no authority over the other branches

• All three branches work independently with no oversight

What is the basic structure of the Georgia state constitution and its relationship to the United States Constitution?

• The Georgia constitution has no relationship to the U.S. Constitution

• Both constitutions have the same preamble and bill of rights

• The Georgia constitution is higher in authority than the U.S. Constitution

• The Georgia constitution has articles and amendments similar to the U.S. Constitution

In Georgia, what is a requirement for someone to be able to vote?

• Must be a high school graduate

• Must be a property owner

• Must be a convicted felon

• Must be a U.S. citizen

What is one of the responsibilities of citizens according to the Georgia Constitution?

• Serving on a jury when called

• Not paying any taxes

• Ignoring all laws

• Criticizing elected officials

Which branch of government in Georgia is responsible for making laws?

• Executive

• Judicial

• Legislative

• None of the above

What is the purpose of having a separation of powers in Georgia's government?

• To concentrate all power in one branch

• To prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful

• To ensure the governor has complete control

• To allow the judicial branch to make laws

How can the legislative branch check the power of the executive branch in Georgia?

• By declaring executive orders unconstitutional

• By approving or rejecting appointments made by the governor

• By appointing judges to the Supreme Court

• By appointing the governor