Grade 8 SS Quiz

What is the primary role of the legislative branch in Georgia?

• To interpret the state's laws

• To enforce the state's laws

• To create and pass the state's laws

• To oversee the state's educational system

Who is the head of the executive branch in Georgia?

• The Secretary of State

• The Governor

• The Attorney General

• The Lieutenant Governor

Who appoints the justices to the Supreme Court of Georgia?

• The President of the United States

• The Governor of Georgia

• The Georgia State Legislature

• Voters in a statewide election

What is the main function of Georgia's judicial branch?

• To create laws

• To enforce laws

• To interpret and review laws

• To manage state finances

Which of the following is a responsibility of the Georgia State Legislature?

• Appointing judges to the state's courts

• Drafting and passing the state budget

• Enforcing state laws

• Interpreting the state constitution

In Georgia, how is the Lieutenant Governor selected?

• Appointed by the Governor

• Elected by the state legislature

• Elected by the voters statewide

• Selected by the state Supreme Court

What is the term length for a member of the Georgia House of Representatives?

• 2 years

• 4 years

• 6 years

• 8 years

Which of the following is a power of the Governor of Georgia?

• The power to declare war

• The power to veto legislation

• The power to appoint U.S. Senators

• The power to interpret laws

What is required for a bill to become law in Georgia?

• Approval by the Governor only

• Approval by the state legislature only

• Approval by both the state legislature and the Governor

• Approval by the public in a statewide referendum

How can the Georgia Constitution be amended?

• By a majority vote in the state legislature

• By a two-thirds vote in both houses of the state legislature and a majority vote in a statewide referendum

• By a unanimous decision by the state Supreme Court

• By a decree from the Governor