GAST Foundations of Government Review

Georgia's constitution consists of a preamble and 11_______.

• bills

• laws

• articles

• amendments

The introduction to Georgia's constitution is called the ______.

• articles

• preamble

• conclusion

• amendments

The 1st article of Georgia's constitution deals with ______.

• a bill of rights

• a list of complaints

• the basic principles of government

• the reasons for having a constitution

Which statements BEST describes why constitutions are needed?

• Constitutions are needed so that governments don't get carried away with taxes

• Constitutions are needed because all of the laws have to be written down somewhere

• Constitutions are needed because without a constitution, the government is not legitimate

• Constitutions are needed so people can know their basic rights and how the government will operate.

The preamble to Georgia's constitution

• outlines how the government will operate

• contains a bill of rights for Georgia's citizens

• explains the reasons for having a constitution

• lists the requirements for voting and holding office

Dividing the responsibilities of government among several branches is known as ...

• democracy in action

• checks and balances

• freedom of assembly

• separation of powers

The three principles for which the Georgia State flag stands, as stated in the Georgia Pledge of Allegiance are

• Wisdom, Justice, and Prosperity

• Wisdom, God, and Peace

• Wisdom, Justice, and Moderation

• Wisdom, Serenity, and Prosperity

Which of the following is an example of separation of powers?

• The constitution contains a bill of rights that details the basic rights of the state's citizens.

• The constitution clearly outlines voting requirements and qualifications for holding public office.

• The legislative branch makes the laws, the executive branch carries out (enforces) the laws, and the judicial branch interprets the laws.

• The legislative branch can impeach the chief executive, the executive branch can veto laws, and the judicial branch can rule laws unconstitutional.

The governor of Georgia has the ability to veto laws passed by the Georgia General Assembly.  This is an example of

• Judicial Review

• Checks and Balances

• Separation of Powers

• Representative republic form of government

participating on juries, and paying taxes are examples of

• Torts/laws

• Rights

• Required Responsibilities

• Legislation