SS8CG1 Ga's Government

Wisdom ______________ and moderation is Georgia's motto.

• Tolerance

• Liberty

• Patience

• Justice

What is the name of Georgia's legislative branch?

• General Assembly

• Congress

• Georgia Supreme Court

• Department of Justice

Georgia has ___________ branches of government.

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

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

How are the US And GA Constitutions similar? Select all that apply.

• They both have a bill of Rights.

• They both mention God in the Preamble.

• They both set up the three branches of Government

• They both establish a bicameral Government

• All judges are appointed by the Governor

Who is the leader of the Senate?

• Lt. Governor

• Governor

• Majority Leader

• Speaker of the House

According to the system of checks and balances, the judicial branch has the power to..

• appoint judges
• impeach the Governor
• declare a law unconstitutional
• confirm appointments to the supreme court

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

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

Use the Political Cartoon to answer the following.
*Which principle of the Constitution is BEST described in the cartoon?

• Constitution
• Political Parties
• Federalism
• Checks & Balances

Which of the following is needed to override the Governor's veto?

• 2/3 of the votes from the House and Senate.
• 2/3 of the Senate
• 2/3 of the House
• Majority vote.