LSN Government MCAP Review

The creation of Georgia's three branches of government that share power equally is an example of

• federalism

• democratic republic

• checks and balances

• separation of powers

Which of the following is an example of a check that the executive branch has on the legislative branch?

• judicial review

• governor's veto

• overriding a governor's veto

• approving a treaty

Which BEST explains the benefit to voters of candidates associating with a political party?

• associating with a political party makes collecting donations from voters easier

• associating with a political party is a necessary requirement in order to run for office

• associating with a political party greatly increases the chance a candidate will get elected

• associating with a political party allows voters to know where a candidate stands on most issues

Which of the following is NOT an example of checks and balances?

• judicial review

• the governor's veto

• the Lieutenant Governor presiding over the senate

• a Senate Committee reviewing a bill before the entire Senate votes on it

Which government principle describes the ability of each branch of government to exercise checks, or controls, over the other branches?

• Seperation of Powers

• Checks and balances

• Limited Government

• Republicanism

Which branch of government is divided into two houses (House of Representatives and Senate?

• Executive Branch

• Judicial Branch

• Legislative Branch

A leader who sees himself as a king with all the power and makes all the decisions.

• a. President

• b. Prime Minister

• c. Autocracy

• d. Democracy

What is the primary purpose of the Legislative branch in the United States government?

• To interpret laws

• To enforce laws

• To make laws

• To amend the Constitution

Which of the following is a power reserved for the states under the U.S. Constitution?

• Coining money

• Declaring war

• Conducting elections

• Regulating interstate commerce

What is the main function of the executive branch of government?

• To interpret laws

• To enforce laws

• To make laws

• To declare laws unconstitutional