Georgia State Government

The lieutenant governor of Georgia

• is also the president of the Senate

• has the power to veto bills

• has the power to declare laws unconstiutional

• is also speaker of the house

Which of the following is NOT a requirement for becoming a state representative?

• Be at least 21 years old

• Be a US citizen

• Attend a state university

• GA resident for at least 2 years

How many legislators are in the Georgia Senate?

• 56

• 100

• 180

• 435

They are elected by the qualified voters in their districts for a term of two years.

• Governor and Lt. Governor

• State Senators and State Representatives

• United States Senators

• Probate court judges

What is the governing document of Georgia

• The United States Constitution

• The Bill of Rights

• The Georgia State Constitution

• The ordinances of Carrollton

Who has the power in Georgia's state government to declare a law unconstitutional?

• Georgia's governor

• Supreme Court of Georgia

• Genera Assembly of Georgia

• Georgia's senate

When the governor vetoes a bill, it is an example of __________.

• Judicial Review

• Checks and Balances

• Separation of Powers

• Balancing the Budget

Which branch of government does the Georgia General Assembly belong to?

• Legislative Branch

• Executive Branch

• Judicial Branch

• Committal Branch

The ______________ and the _______________ make up the Georgia General Assembly.

The Georgia Supreme Court heads this branch of state government and interprets laws.

• Legislative Branch

• Executive Branch

• Judicial Branch

• Committal Branch