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Use the information to answer the question.

• County Government

• State District

• City Government

• Special - Purpose District

Which of the following is the BEST description of the relationship between local and state governments?

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• 1. Local governments only have to assist state governments in national emergencies.

• 1. Local governments are completely independent from the state government.

• Local governments may be called on to assist the state government, but are under no obligation to do so.

• 1. Local governments cooperate with the state government and help enforce state laws.

Which type of government distributes money on specific projects like education, roads, public parks and facilities?

• 1. Special-Purpose District

• 1. County Government

• 1. City Government

• 1. State District

Which is an example of a local government enforcing a national law?

• 1. allowing an 18 year old to register to vote

• 1. requiring 18 year old to join the military.

• 1. restricting the speed limit to 60 mph

• 1. increasing the age of school drop out to 21 years old

Which of the following provides a town with the permission to exist and function?

• 1. Georgia General Assembly

• 1. Local City Councils

• 1. Municipal Charter

• 1. County Charter

What are three types of local government?

• City, Federal, & Special Purpose

• Country, County, & City

• City, County &

  Special Purpose

• City, Country, & Municipal

Which county is Gwinnett County?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

What impact have immigrants had on Georgia?

• Georgia has had a difficult time attracting new industry to the state.

• The number of jobs in the state have decreased due to immigration

• Immigrants have been responsible  for bringing new businesses and tax revenue to the state

• New laws have been passed to include changes in voting requirements.

How are mayors and city council member chosen?

• mayors are appointed, city council is elected

• both are appointed

• both are elected

• mayors are elected, city council is appointed

What is the purpose of the Special Purpose districts?

• to raise more revenue for the city

• to benefit the well being of the citizens

• to provide for citizens receiving federal assistance

• to fund projects required by the federal government