Exploring Georgia's Legislative Branch

This video is part one of a three-part series on the branches of government, focusing on the legislative branch. It explains the structure and function of the legislative branch, including the House of Representatives and the Senate, and details the requirements for membership. The video also covers the different types of committees within the general assembly, such as standing, conference, joint, and interim committees. Viewers are encouraged to watch the next part for information on the executive branch.

What are the three branches of government?

• Legislative, Executive, Judicial

• Executive, Judicial, Administrative

• Legislative, Executive, Administrative

• Legislative, Judicial, Administrative

What is the primary function of the legislative branch?

• Adjudicating disputes

• Enforcing laws

• Interpreting laws

• Making laws

How many members are in the House of Representatives?

• 180

• 200

• 150

• 220

What is the minimum age requirement to be a member of the House of Representatives?

• 30

• 25

• 21

• 18

How many members are in the Senate?

• 50

• 56

• 60

• 66

What is the minimum age requirement to be a member of the Senate?

• 30

• 35

• 21

• 25

Which committee is permanent and oversees the work of federal agencies?

• Interim committee

• Joint committee

• Standing committee

• Conference committee

Which committee contains members from both the Senate and the House of Representatives and focuses on national issues?

• Interim committee

• Standing committee

• Conference committee

• Joint committee

Which committee is temporary and deals with specific current issues?

• Standing committee

• Conference committee

• Interim committee

• Joint committee

Where can you find more information on how a bill becomes a law?

• In the description below

• By reading the textbook

• In the next video

• By clicking the link at the bottom of the screen