Georgia's Judicial Branch Quiz

What are the two important functions of Georgia's judicial branch?

• To interpret the laws of Georgia and to administer justice

• To enforce the laws of Georgia and to conduct jury trials

• To elect justices and to hear cases on appeal

• To draft new legislation and to resolve disputes between states

Which courts are generally responsible for interpreting the laws to make sure they are applied fairly in Georgia?

• Trial Courts

• Appellate Courts

• Superior Courts

• State Courts

What is the primary responsibility of trial courts in Georgia?

• Interpreting the laws

• Administering justice

• Electing justices

• Hearing cases on appeal

How are justices selected for the Georgia Supreme Court and the Court of Appeals?

• Appointment

• Election

• Seniority

• Examination

What is the role of Georgia's Supreme Court in the system of checks and balances?

• It is the only court that can appoint judges.

• It is the only court that has the power of judicial review.

• It is responsible for enforcing laws.

• It is the primary court for criminal trials.

What does judicial review allow the Georgia Supreme Court to do?

• Review and approve new laws.

• Declare laws unconstitutional.

• Automatically enforce the death penalty.

• Oversee all civil cases in the state.

Which type of cases does the Georgia Supreme Court automatically review?

• Civil rights cases

• Death penalty cases

• Property dispute cases

• Tax evasion cases

If a judge on Georgia's Court of Appeals or Supreme Court dies, resigns, or is impeached, who is responsible for nominating a replacement judge?

• The chief justice

• The state legislature

• The attorney general

• The governor

Which of the following courts is an appellate court?

• Superior Court

• Supreme Court

• State Court

• Probate Court

If a court is able to rule laws unconstitutional, it is said to have the power of...

• Supreme review

• Original review

• Judicial review

• Appellate review