Unit 2 Missed Questions

Read the Pledge of Allegiance to the Georgia flag and answer the question.

I pledge allegiance to the Georgia flag and to the principles

for which it stands; Wisdom, Justice, and Moderation.

Which statement about how these principles apply to the Georgia state government is correct?

• “Justice” applies to the legislative branch and the importance of remaining objective and fair when interpreting state laws.

• “Justice” applies to the executive branch and the importance of only enacting laws that treat all citizens of the state equally.

• “Moderation” applies to the executive branch and the importance of using restraint and good judgment when administering laws.

• “Moderation” applies to the legislative branch and the importance of not acting rashly and writing laws that are not necessary.

Answer explanation

Moderation = Executive Branch

Justice = Judicial Branch

Wisdom = Legislative Branch

Who holds the position of president of the Georgia State Senate?

• 
  the governor

• the lieutenant governor

• 
  the longest-serving senator

• the elected leader of the majority party

Answer explanation

The lieutenant governor presides over the Senate.

Which two numbers accurately complete the blanks associated with term limits under the House of Representatives and the Senate, respectively?

• 2 years and 2 years

• 2 years and 6 years

• 4 years and 4 years

• 4 years and 6 years

Answer explanation

Both GA state senators and GA state representatives serve 2-year terms.

In which situations would a Conference Committee be created by the Georgia General Assembly?

• if it is determined that a proposed bill may prove to be unconstitutional

• if the governor wishes to rush a piece of legislation through the lawmaking process

• if both the House and the Senate create two different versions of a particular bill

• if a bill approved by both the House and the Senate is vetoed by the governor

Answer explanation

A conference committee forms when the House of Representatives and the Senate both have two versions of a bill. In the committee, they resolve disagreements on the particular bill.

Step 1: Bill is assigned to a standing committee

Step 2: Bill is voted on by the first full chamber

Step 3: 

Step 4: Bill is assigned to a standing committee

Step 5: Bill is voted on by the second full chamber

Step 6:

What happens during Step 3?

• Bill is sent to governor for approval

• Bill is sent to Supreme Court for review

• Bill is put to the people for a vote

• Bill is sent to the other chamber

Answer explanation

Once a bill is passed in one chamber, it needs to go to the other chamber to pass. The same version of a bill must pass in both houses in order for it to go to the governor for approval.

Which is the role of Georgia's state agencies?

• Creating state laws

• Enforcing state laws

• Amending state laws

• Interpreting state laws

Answer explanation

State agencies are a part of the executive branch. The executive branch is responsible for enforcing laws.

What is the age requirement for a GA state senator?

• 18

• 21

• 25

• 30

Answer explanation

House Reps age requirement are 21 years old

Senators age requirements are 25 years old

What is the age requirement for a GA state house representative?

• 18

• 21

• 25

• 30

Answer explanation

House Reps age requirement are 21 years old

Senators age requirements are 25 years old

This is the only requirement that is different for the legislators.

Why are the qualifications for governor and lieutenant governor the same in the state of Georgia?

• because the lieutenant governor has the power to remove the governor from office and assume the position

• because both the governor and the lieutenant governor serve as heads of important state agencies

• 
  because an individual must have previously served as lieutenant governor in order to be elected governor

• 
  because the individual serving as lieutenant governor may have to assume the role of governor

Answer explanation

If the governor dies, gets sick, or is impeached, the lieutenant governor must take their place.

Where does most of the legislative work take place in the Georgia Assembly?

• Cabinets

• Caucuses

• Committees

• Courts