Georgia Constitution Quiz

What year was the current constitution ratified?

• 1977

• 1983

• 1861

• 1877

What is included in the basic structure of Georgia's constitution?

• Preamble, bill of rights, articles, and amendments

• Preamble, bill of rights and no articles

• Bill of rights and amendments

• Preamble and amendments

Which article of the Georgia Constitution deals with the Executive Branch?

• Article IV

• Article V

• Article VI

• Article VII

What is it called to make changes to the constitution?

• articles

• bill of rights

• preamble

• amendments

What does the federal government allow states to do as long as they follow the U.S. Constitution?

• Make laws good for states

• Amend the U.S. Constitution

• Create new states

• Override federal laws

What is NOT a key difference between the Georgia Constitution and the U.S. Constitution?

• Protects the tradition of fishing/hunting.

• Freedom of religion.

• Spousal property is protected.

• Bans imprisonment for debts.

What is the term length for Georgia Senators?

• Two years

• Four years

• Six years

• Eight years

What is required for the state of Georgia to maintain according to its Constitution that is not required by the U.S. Constitution?

• A bill of rights

• A balanced budget

• Judicial review

• A bicameral legislature

What does the Georgia Constitution provide that the U.S. Constitution does not mention?

• Judicial review

• Local government details

• A bill of rights

• Separation of powers

What happens if a law is ruled unconstitutional by the Supreme Court?

• It becomes a federal law

• It is null and void

• It is sent back to the General Assembly

• It is revised and resubmitted