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WorksheetsUnit 11: Georgia State Government
Total questions: 45
Worksheet time: 2hrs 21mins
Name
Class
Date
1.
Both the US Constitution and Georgia's Constitution provide for a system of checks and balances. Why did the authors of both constitutions include this system?
a)
To encourage coorperation between political parties
b)
To ensure that no branch of government becomes too powerful
c)
To guarantee that all citizens have equal rights.
d)
To ensure that large states do not have more power than small states.
2.
Georgia's constitution consists of a preamble and elleven
a)
bills
b)
laws
c)
articles
d)
amendments
3.
The preamble of Georgia's Constitution states…
a)
The purpose of the state constitution
b)
How to administer those rights assigned to the state by the US Constitution
c)
How to make laws, enforce laws, and collect tack money
d)
How to protect and benefit all people of Gerogia
4.
Which statement BEST describes why constitutions are needed?
a)
Constitutions are needed so that governments don't get carried away with taxes
b)
Constitutions are needed because all the laws have to be written down somewhere
c)
constitutions are needed because without one, the government is not legitimate
d)
Constitutions are needed so peop;le can know their basic rights and how the government will operate
5.
In Georgia, if a candidate does not receive ___ of the vote, there is a run off election
a)
75%
b)
35%
c)
50%
d)
100%
6.
This type of election is held so members of a political party may vote for who they would like to appear on the ballot for public office.
a)
Special election
b)
Primary election
c)
General election
d)
Private election
7.
This type of election is held so that the citizens of the state can elect the person they would like to place in office.
a)
Special electio
b)
Primary election
c)
General election
d)
Private election
8.
In the pledge to the Georgia flag, what are the principles for which the flag stands?
a)
Truth, justice, and honesty
b)
Wisdom, justice, and moderation
c)
Loyalty, allegiance, and prosperity
d)
Statehood, justice, and freedom
9.
The term "separation of powers" refers to the designation of certain powers to
a)
The federal government and certain powers to the state government
b)
each of the three branches of government
c)
state and municipal government
d)
the people
10.
Sharon was born in Georgia and is 20 years old. She currently lives in Alabama, but plans on moving back to Georgia Soon. She has never committed a crime. If she tries to register to vote for an upcoming election in Georgia, what will the outcome be?
a)
She will be approved because she meets all of the qualifications
b)
She will be denied because she is not a US citizen.
c)
She will be denied because she is not currently living in Georgia
d)
She will be denied because she is not old enough to vote.
11.
Which branch of Georgia's government oversees the making of laws?
a)
Executive branch
b)
Judicial Branch
c)
Legislative Branch
12.
Which is NOT a requirement to serve in the Georgia Senate?
a)
Must be at least 30 years old
b)
Must be a citizen of the US
c)
Must be a citizen of Georgia for at least 2 years
d)
Must be a resident of the district from which elected for 1 year
13.
How long is the term of a member of the Georgia General Assembly?
a)
2 years
b)
4 years
c)
6 years
d)
8 years
14.
How many legislators serve in Georgia's House of Representatives?
a)
56
b)
100
c)
160
d)
180
15.
How many legislators serve in Georgia's Senate?
a)
56
b)
100
c)
160
d)
180
16.
Who presides over the Georgia House of Representatives?
a)
Governor
b)
Floor Leader
c)
Lieutenant Governor
d)
Speaker of the House
17.
Who presides over Georgia's Senate?
a)
Governor
b)
Floor Leader
c)
Lieutenant Governor
d)
Speaker of the House
18.
Which is NOT a requirement to serve in the Georgia House of Representatives?
a)
Must be at leaset 21 years old
b)
Must be a citizen of the US
c)
Must be a citizen of Georgia for at least 1 year
d)
Must be a resident of the district from which elected for 1 year
19.
The main purpose of the legislative committee is to …
a)
Decide which bills to send to the governor
b)
propose bills to be considered by the other chamber
c)
draft bills that have the best chance to become law
d)
review and research bills bevore they come to the floor for discussion
20.
If the governor vetoes a bill, the House of Representatives and Senate can…
a)
Do nothing because the governor vetoed it
b)
Override the veto with a two-thirds vote from both chambers
c)
Rewrite the bill so the governor will approve it
d)
Override the veto with a one-third vote from both chambers
21.
Which branch of Georgia's government is the largest?
a)
Legislative Branch
b)
Executive Branch
c)
Judicial Branch
22.
What is the maximum number of consecutive years that a Georgia governor may serve as the state's chief executive officer?
a)
4 years
b)
6 years
c)
8 years
d)
10 years
23.
How many consecutive years can a lieutenant governor serve according to Georgia's constitution?
a)
4 years
b)
6 years
c)
16 years
d)
Unlimited number of years
24.
Even though it is rare, it is possible for the Governor and Lieutenant Governor in Georgia to be political enemies, from different parties, and not work well together. How is this possible?
a)
The Lieutenant Governor is appointed by the General Assembly
b)
The Governor and Lieutenant Governor are listed separately on the ballot when they are elected.
c)
They are elected in alternate cycles, not during the same election
d)
The Governor is elected through popular vote and the Lieutenant Governor is elected by the county unit system.
25.
Leaders of education, public safety, and transportation agencies fall under which branch of Georgia's government?
a)
Senate
b)
Judicial Branch
c)
Executive Branch
d)
Legislative Branch
26.
The main function of the Lieutenant Governor is to…
a)
Agree with all of the Governors policies
b)
Preside over the Senate and select Senate committee members
c)
Appoint judges to office
d)
None of these
27.
the Executive Branch of Georgia's government is tasked with…
a)
interpreting the laws
b)
proposing and making the laws
c)
enforcing and executing the laws
d)
None of these
28.
As the largest branch of Georgia's government, the Executive Branch runs the state through the organization of several…
a)
Standing Committees
b)
Departments and Agencies
c)
Established groups
d)
None of these
29.
Both the governor and lieutenant governor must be at least how old to be elected? How many years must they be a US citizen? How many years must they be a Georgia resident?
a)
25;10;4
b)
25;15;5
c)
30;10;4
d)
30;15;6
30.
Which department of the executive branch is responsible for the Georgia Highway Patrol?
a)
Department of Education
b)
Department of Public Safety
c)
Department of Transportation
d)
Department of Economic Development
31.
What is the role of the executive branch?
a)
Administer and carry out programs created by the legislature
b)
Serve as the guardian of the Georgia Constitution
c)
Interpret the laws passed by the legislature
d)
Pass laws to regulate the business of the state
32.
What is the purpose of the committee system in the Georgia General Assembly?
a)
Lobby for special interests
b)
Elect leaders of the Legislature
c)
Allow bills to be studied carefully
d)
Influence members of each political party to vote in the same way
33.
Which list describes the correct order of the legislative process for a bill to become a law in Georgia?
a)
Proposal, floor action, committee action, conference, passage, governor action
b)
Proposal, committee action, floor action, conference, passage, governor action
c)
Proposal, governor action, floor action, committee action, conference, passage
d)
Proposal, governor action, committee action, floor action, conference, passage
34.
Why are standing committees important to the legislative process?
a)
They allow the governor to stop "stand up" bills
b)
They allow legislators to specialize by subject area of expertise
c)
New Legislators can be grouped to help familiarize them with their new jobs
d)
They are a direct check on the power of the committee chairman
35.
Which statement BEST describes the role of the judicial branch in Georgia State Government?
a)
Ensure persons who are a threat to society are put in prison
b)
Work with the executive branch to enforce Georgia laws
c)
Decide which Georgia cases should be sent to the US Supreme Court
d)
Interpret and apply the law in order to settle disputes.
36.
Determines constitutionality, reviews death sentences, ensures justice for Georgia's citizens. Which court is described?
a)
Juvenile Court
b)
Magistrate Court
c)
Supreme Court
d)
Court of Appeals
37.
How is a civil case different from a criminal case?
a)
In a civil case, a plaintif sues a defendant
b)
In a civil case, the state prosecutes a defendant
c)
In a civil case, the defendant may be sentenced to jail
d)
In a civil case, the defendant is accuese of breaking the law
38.
Which statement is correct regarding how judges are selected in Georgia?
a)
Most Georgia judges are elected trhough non-partisan elections
b)
Trial Court judges are elected while Appellate Court judges are appointed
c)
Only Supreme Court judges are elected in Georgia, all others are appointed
d)
Only a few judges in Georgia are elected while the rest are appointed by the governor
39.
If a person breaks state law and is found guilty, what is the highest court in Georgia that a person can eventually appeal to?
a)
Superior
b)
Juvenile
c)
Probate
d)
Supreme
40.
Robbery, manslaughter, and arson all carry potential jail or prison times as sentence options. Since these involve more than just fines or money penalties they are categorized as…
a)
Civil Laws
b)
Criminal Laws
c)
Traffic Laws
d)
Juvenile Laws
41.
In terms of jurisdiction, which court handles the most trials over criminal activity in Georgia?
a)
Probate
b)
Juvenile
c)
Superior
d)
Supreme
42.
In Georgia, the Juvenile court decisions are made by
a)
an appointed juvenile judge
b)
a jury of their peers
c)
both an appointed judge and jury
43.
What is the purpose of the state agencies or departments in the Executive Branch?
a)
Write policies by which citizens must abide
b)
Determine the constitutionality of environmental laws
c)
Aid the governor in enforcing laws and enacting programs
d)
Drafting legislation concerning tax collection
44.
What Executive agency is responsible for the monitoring teacher and student issues and writing state standards?
a)
Department of Agriculture
b)
Department of Education
c)
Deparment of Insurance
d)
Department of Labor
45.
What Executive agency is responsible for monitoring convenience stores, farmer's markets, and garden businesses?
a)
Department of Agriculture
b)
Department of Education
c)
Department of Insurance
d)
Department of Labor
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