SS8CG1 Mastery

Which part of the constitutuion includes the freedom of speech, right to bear arms, and freedom of conscience?

• Articles

• Bill of Rights

• Amendments

• Preamble

The first paragraph of the constitution that outlines the purpose of the constitution/government is called...

• preamble

• articles

• amendments

• bill of rights

The Georgia constitution and the US constitution both divide the powers of the government in to how many branches?

• 2

• 3

• 4

• 5

What principle of the Constitution gives the 3 branches distinct (different) roles?

• checks & balances
• separation of powers
• federalism
• democracy

What 3 principles are included in the Georgia motto and it's Pledge to the Flag? 

• wisdom, justice, moderation
• moderation, partnership, justice
• life, liberty, freedom
• wisdom, security, tolerance

What financial responsibility (requirement) does a citizen have to the Federal and State Governments?

• pay debt
• pay taxes
• buy items on credit
• contribution to political partys

Which of the following is an example of how Checks & Balances works in GA govt.?

• appealing a court case to the supreme court
• overriding a Governor's veto by the General Assembly
• reducing property taxes
• signing a petition to repeal a law

Dan is 19 years old and wants to register to vote. He must also meet all of the following requirements EXCEPT

• Be a legal resident of Georgia

• Have a Georgia driver’s license

• Be a citizen of the United States

• Cannot be serving a felony conviction

How old do you have to be to vote?

• 18

• 21

• 17

• 15

What is a responsibility of a citizen in Georgia?

• To text your friends

• To serve on a jury

• To eat chocolate

• To go to church