Understanding Georgia's Government Structure

Which document serves as the foundation for Georgia's state government?

• The Bill of Rights

• The Georgia Constitution

• The Declaration of Independence

• The Articles of Confederation

What principle ensures that no branch of Georgia's government becomes too powerful?

• Federalism

• Checks and balances

• Popular sovereignty

• Judicial review

Which of the following is a right guaranteed by the Georgia Constitution?

• The right to vote at age 16

• Freedom of speech

• The right to a free college education

• The right to serve as governor at age 18

What is the main responsibility of the Georgia General Assembly?

• Enforcing state laws

• Interpreting state laws

• Making state laws

• Appointing judges

How many chambers make up the Georgia General Assembly?

• One

• Two

• Three

• Four

Who presides over the Georgia House of Representatives?

• The Governor

• The Speaker of the House

• The Chief Justice

• The Lieutenant Governor

Which official is the head of the executive branch in Georgia?

• The Chief Justice

• The Governor

• The Speaker of the House

• The Secretary of State

What is one power of the Governor of Georgia?

• Declaring laws unconstitutional

• Vetoing bills passed by the legislature

• Appointing federal judges

• Writing new laws

Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the executive branch in Georgia?

• Enforcing state laws

• Managing the state budget

• Interpreting state laws

• Appointing some state officials

What is the main function of the judicial branch in Georgia?

• Making laws

• Enforcing laws

• Interpreting laws

• Vetoing laws