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2024 Interim Review

Total questions: 144

Worksheet time: 2hrs 45mins

Name
Class
Date
1.
In which two hemispheres is Georgia located?
a)
North and East
b)
North and West
c)
South and East
d)
South and West
2.
Which states share borders with Georgia?
a)
Florida, Mississippi, South Carolina, North Carolina, Alabama
b)
South Carolina, North Carolina, Tennessee, Florida, Kentucky
c)
Alabama, Florida, Tennessee, Mississippi
d)
Alabama, South Carolina, Florida, North Carolina, Tennessee
3.
In which region of the United States is Georgia located?
a)
Northwestern
b)
Southwestern
c)
Northeastern
d)
Southeastern
4.
Which regions is best described by limestone caves, deep canyons, pretty waterfalls, and unusual rock formations?
a)
Appalachian Plateau
b)
Ridge and Valley
c)
Blue Ridge
d)
Piedmont
5.
Which statement is NOT true of Georgia's Piedmont region?
a)
Home to Atlanta, the state capital
b)
Granite foundation with red clay soil
c)
Home to about 50% of the state population
d)
contains many ridges, caves, and other stone formations
6.
Which industry is most suited to the Appalachian Plateau?
a)
Hardwood timber for furniture
b)
Peanut production
c)
Cotton and Poultry production
d)
Naval stores
7.
This region contains ridges with rock resistant to erosion.
a)
Peidmont
b)
Blue Ridge
c)
Ridge and Valley
d)
Appalachian Plateau
8.
Which statement is NOT true of the Coastal Plains region?
a)
Home to the state's major agricultural production
b)
Home to over 50% of the state population
c)
largest region with about 60% of the states area
d)
contains the state's wetlands and saltwater marshes
9.
Dalton is best know for its production of 
a)
Carpet
b)
Apples
c)
Poultry
d)
Granite
10.
Elberton is best know for its production of 
a)
Apples
b)
Onions
c)
Granite
d)
Poultry
11.
Gainesville is best known for its production of 
a)
Naval Stores
b)
Poultry
c)
Peanuts
d)
Coal
12.
Which region receives the most precipitation annually?
a)
Blue Ridge
b)
Ridge and Valley
c)
Coastal Plain
d)
Peidmont
13.
Which region contains the highest mountains, including Brasstown Bald?
a)
Appalachian Plateau
b)
Ridge and Valley
c)
Blue Ridge
d)
Peidmont
14.
Which region contains the highest mountains, including Brasstown Bald?
a)
Appalachian Plateau
b)
Ridge and Valley
c)
Blue Ridge
d)
Peidmont
15.
Which agricultural product is best associated with the Ridge and Valley region?
a)
Apples
b)
Onions
c)
Peanuts
d)
Cotton
16.
How do the Barrier Islands protect Georgia?
a)
From invasion
b)
From erosion
c)
From tourists
d)
From sharks
17.
Why did so many early settlements develop on the Fall Line?
a)
That was the best area for farming
b)
It was far away from native settlements
c)
It was the last area with rivers for drinking water
d)
It was hard to travel over the rapids and waterfalls
18.
What is Georgia's largest freshwater wetland?
a)
Everglades
b)
Okefenokee Swamp
c)
Fall Line
d)
Savannah River
19.
Which river forms part of the border with South Carolina?
a)
Chattahoochee River
b)
Savannah River
c)
St. Mary's River
d)
Altamaha River
20.
Which river forms part of the border with Alabama?
a)
Chattahoochee River
b)
Savannah River
c)
St. Mary's River
d)
Altamaha River
21.
Which regions are separated by the Fall Line?
a)
Piedmont and Coastal Plain
b)
Piedmont and Blue Ridge
c)
Coastal Plain and Barrier Island
d)
Coastal Plain and Blue Ridge
22.
Thanks to a humid subtropical climate, Georgia's top economic activity is
a)
technology
b)
agriculture
c)
mining
d)
naval stores
23.
Which factor was most devastating to the Mississippians?
a)
Disease
b)
Steel Weapons
c)
War Dogs
d)
Horses
24.
First European in Georgia.
a)
Amerigo Vespucci
b)
Hernando DeSoto
c)
Hernando Pizaro
d)
George the Brave
25.
What was the goal of the Spanish missions?
a)
to make natives slave labor
b)
to convert natives to Catholicism
c)
to convert natives to Spanish
d)
to make natives trade goods
26.
Which statement does NOT describe a Mississippian village?
a)
Fortified with palisades and walls
b)
Located primarily in river valleys
c)
Centered around large flat top mounds
d)
primitive lifestyle with little evidence of artistic talents
27.
Mississippians secured food primarily through
a)
hunting
b)
gathering
c)
agriculture
d)
trading
28.
Naval Stores are made from
a)
Naval oranges
b)
Ships and boats
c)
Pine trees
d)
Sandy soil
29.
How do Georgia's rivers benefit Georgia the  most today?
a)
tourism
b)
drinking water
c)
commercial transportation
d)
no benefits
30.
Georgia attracts many businesses because of the
a)
high rainfall
b)
mild climate
c)
long growing season
d)
great schools
31.
Infrastructure is 
a)
the reason we have good roads
b)
the roads, bridges, ports, railways, and airports
c)
used by very few people
d)
not that important
32.
Georgia's two deepwater ports
a)
Savannah and Augusta
b)
Savannah and Brunswick
c)
Columbus and Augusta
d)
Columbus and Brunswick
33.
Which statement is NOT true of Georgia's highways?
a)
They connect people and jobs
b)
They connect goods to the airport
c)
They connect our ports to the state
d)
They connect and only benefit Atlanta
34.
What two major impacts does transportation have on our state?
a)
cheap flights and roads
b)
moving goods and people
c)
moving goods and job creation
d)
job creation and good weather
35.
Ships good internationally
a)
highways
b)
railroads
c)
ports
36.

Anika is studying for her civics exam and comes across a question about the Georgia Constitution. What is one of the rights guaranteed to citizens by the Georgia Constitution?

a)

The right to free healthcare

b)

The right to a fair trial

c)

The right to free college education

d)

The right to own property

37.

Arjun and Nora are discussing their responsibilities as citizens according to the Georgia Constitution. Which of the following is a responsibility of citizens?

a)

Serving in the military

b)

Voting in elections

c)

Attending town hall meetings

d)

Donating to charity

38.

Charlotte is preparing to vote in the upcoming elections in Georgia. What is one of the voting qualifications she must meet?

a)

Must be at least 21 years old

b)

Must be a resident of Georgia

c)

Must have a college degree

d)

Must own property in Georgia

39.

Abigail and Zoe are discussing voting qualifications for elections in Georgia. Which of the following is NOT a voting qualification?

a)

Must be a U.S. citizen

b)

Must be at least 18 years old

c)

Must have a valid driver's license

d)

Must not be serving a felony sentence

40.

James and Aria are discussing the concept of separation of powers in the context of Georgia's government. Explain the concept to them.

a)

It divides the government into three branches: legislative, executive, and judicial.

b)

It allows the governor to make all the laws.

c)

It combines the legislative and judicial branches.

d)

It gives all power to the state legislature.

41.

Hannah and Elijah are discussing a scenario that demonstrates checks and balances among Georgia’s three branches of government. Describe the scenario.

a)

The governor vetoes a bill passed by the state legislature.

b)

The state legislature passes a law without any input from the governor.

c)

The judicial branch writes new laws.

d)

The executive branch enforces laws without judicial review.

42.

During a school debate, James argued that the primary function of the legislative branch in Georgia's government is crucial. What is this primary function?

a)

To enforce laws

b)

To interpret laws

c)

To make laws

d)

To veto laws

43.

During a school debate, Charlotte asked which branch of Georgia's government is responsible for interpreting the laws. What is the correct answer?

a)

Executive

b)

Legislative

c)

Judicial

d)

Administrative

44.

During a class discussion, Priya asked, 'What is one of the constitutional responsibilities of the executive branch in Georgia?'

a)

To declare laws unconstitutional

b)

To enforce state laws

c)

To write new laws

d)

To interpret laws

45.

Ava is studying for her civics exam and comes across a question: Which of the following is an example of a check that the judicial branch has over the legislative branch in Georgia?

a)

The ability to veto bills

b)

The power to declare laws unconstitutional

c)

The authority to appoint judges

d)

The power to enforce laws

46.

Abigail and Aiden are studying the Georgia Constitution. List one of the rights of citizens as described in the Georgia Constitution.

a)

The right to free public transportation

b)

The right to bear arms

c)

The right to free internet access

d)

The right to free housing

47.

Ethan and Luna are discussing their responsibilities as citizens of Georgia. What is one of the responsibilities of citizens in Georgia according to the state constitution?

a)

To serve on a jury when called

b)

To attend all city council meetings

c)

To donate to public schools

d)

To volunteer for community service

48.

What is one of the voting qualifications for elections in Georgia?

a)

Must be at least 18 years old

b)

Must be a resident of another state

c)

Must have a driver's license

d)

Must be a member of a political party

49.

Which of the following is a right of citizens according to the Georgia Constitution?

a)

The right to free speech

b)

The right to drive without a license

c)

The right to free parking

d)

The right to free meals

50.

What is the main purpose of the separation of powers in Georgia's government?

a)

To ensure that one branch does not become too powerful

b)

To combine the powers of all branches

c)

To eliminate the need for a judicial system

d)

To allow the governor to make all decisions

51.

Which part of the Georgia state constitution outlines the basic rights of citizens?

a)

Preamble

b)

Bill of Rights

c)

Articles

d)

Amendments

52.

What are the three principles in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Georgia Flag?

a)

Freedom, equality, and justice

b)

Wisdom, justice, and moderation

c)

Liberty, fraternity, and equality

d)

Honor, courage, and commitment

53.

Describe one responsibility of citizens according to the Georgia Constitution.

a)

Voting in elections

b)

Traveling abroad

c)

Owning property

d)

Receiving free healthcare

54.

Explain how the system of checks and balances works among Georgia’s three branches of government.

a)

Each branch can override the decisions of the other branches

b)

Each branch has specific powers that can limit the powers of the other branches

c)

Each branch operates independently without any interaction

d)

Each branch is responsible for the same functions

55.

Identify the relationship between the Georgia state constitution and the United States Constitution.

a)

The Georgia state constitution is completely independent of the U.S. Constitution

b)

The Georgia state constitution must align with the principles of the U.S. Constitution

c)

The Georgia state constitution overrides the U.S. Constitution

d)

The Georgia state constitution does not mention the U.S. Constitution

56.

List one qualification required to vote in Georgia.

a)

Must be a U.S. citizen

b)

Must own property

c)

Must be employed

d)

Must have a college degree

57.

Which of the following is a responsibility of citizens in Georgia?

a)

Serving on a jury

b)

Traveling without a passport

c)

Receiving free education

d)

Owning a business

58.

What is the purpose of the preamble in the Georgia state constitution?

a)

To introduce the constitution and state its purpose

b)

To list the amendments

c)

To outline the articles

d)

To provide a summary of laws

59.

Explain the concept of "moderation" as one of the principles in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Georgia Flag.

a)

Moderation means avoiding extremes and maintaining balance

b)

Moderation means always being in the middle of an argument

c)

Moderation means never taking a stand on issues

d)

Moderation means being the most powerful

60.

What is one of the articles in the Georgia state constitution concerned with?

a)

The structure of the state government

b)

The history of Georgia

c)

The geography of Georgia

d)

The climate of Georgia

61.

Describe the role of the judicial branch in Georgia's system of checks and balances.

a)

The judicial branch interprets laws and can declare laws unconstitutional

b)

The judicial branch creates laws

c)

The judicial branch enforces laws

d)

The judicial branch funds the government

62.

What is one of the amendments in the Georgia state constitution?

a)

Changes or additions to the constitution

b)

The introduction to the constitution

c)

The list of articles

d)

The conclusion of the constitution

63.

Explain the principle of "justice" in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Georgia Flag.

a)

Justice means fairness and the rule of law

b)

Justice means always winning in court

c)

Justice means having the most power

d)

Justice means avoiding all conflicts

64.

What is one of the rights guaranteed by the Georgia Constitution?

a)

The right to a fair trial

b)

The right to free groceries

c)

The right to unlimited travel

d)

The right to free housing

65.

Describe the concept of "wisdom" as one of the principles in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Georgia Flag.

a)

Wisdom means making decisions based on knowledge and experience

b)

Wisdom means always agreeing with others

c)

Wisdom means never making mistakes

d)

Wisdom means being the oldest

66.

What is the role of the executive branch in Georgia's system of checks and balances?

a)

The executive branch enforces laws and can veto legislation

b)

The executive branch creates laws

c)

The executive branch interprets laws

d)

The executive branch funds the government

67.

Which of the following is a voting qualification in Georgia?

a)

Must be a resident of Georgia

b)

Must be a resident of another state

c)

Must be a member of a political party

d)

Must have a college degree

68.

What is the minimum age requirement to serve in the Georgia House of Representatives?

a)

18 years

b)

21 years

c)

25 years

d)

30 years

69.

Which of the following is a role of the judicial branch in Georgia?

a)

Enforcing laws

b)

Interpreting laws

c)

Making laws

d)

Vetoing laws

70.

What is the term limit for the Governor of Georgia?

a)

2 consecutive terms

b)

3 consecutive terms

c)

4 consecutive terms

d)

No term limit

71.

Which term refers to the power of the courts to declare laws unconstitutional?

a)

Judicial review

b)

Legislative oversight

c)

Executive privilege

d)

Habeas corpus

72.

How long is the term for a member of the Georgia Senate?

a)

2 years

b)

4 years

c)

6 years

d)

8 years

73.

Explain the qualifications required to serve as a judge in Georgia.

a)

Must be a U.S. citizen, a resident of Georgia for at least 3 years, and have practiced law for at least 7 years

b)

Must be a U.S. citizen, a resident of Georgia for at least 5 years, and have practiced law for at least 10 years

c)

Must be a U.S. citizen, a resident of Georgia for at least 2 years, and have practiced law for at least 5 years

d)

Must be a U.S. citizen, a resident of Georgia for at least 1 year, and have practiced law for at least 3 years

74.

Describe the role of the executive branch in Georgia's state government.

a)

To create laws and policies

b)

To interpret and apply laws

c)

To enforce and implement laws

d)

To review and veto laws

75.

What is the term length for the Governor of Georgia?

a)

2 years

b)

4 years

c)

6 years

d)

8 years

76.

Which of the following terms refers to the division of power among different branches of government?

a)

Federalism

b)

Separation of powers

c)

Checks and balances

d)

Popular sovereignty

77.

What is the minimum age requirement to serve as Governor of Georgia?

a)

25 years

b)

30 years

c)

35 years

d)

40 years

78.

Identify the primary function of the legislative branch in Georgia.

a)

To enforce laws

b)

To interpret laws

c)

To create laws

d)

To veto laws

79.

Explain the term "bicameral" as it relates to Georgia's legislative branch.

a)

A single legislative body

b)

Two separate legislative chambers

c)

A legislative body with three branches

d)

A legislative body with four branches

80.

What is the term length for a member of the Georgia House of Representatives?

a)

2 years

b)

4 years

c)

6 years

d)

8 years

81.

Which of the following is a qualification to serve in the Georgia Senate?

a)

Must be at least 21 years old

b)

Must be a resident of Georgia for at least 2 years

c)

Must be a U.S. citizen for at least 5 years

d)

Must have a law degree

82.

Define the term "veto" in the context of the executive branch.

a)

The power to create laws

b)

The power to reject a bill passed by the legislature

c)

The power to interpret laws

d)

The power to enforce laws

83.

What is the primary role of the Georgia Supreme Court?

a)

To create laws

b)

To enforce laws

c)

To interpret the state constitution and laws

d)

To veto laws

84.

Which of the following is a power of the Governor of Georgia?

a)

To declare laws unconstitutional

b)

To appoint judges

c)

To create laws

d)

To interpret laws

85.

Explain the concept of "checks and balances" in the context of Georgia's state government.

a)

The ability of each branch of government to limit the powers of the other branches

b)

The division of government into three branches

c)

The process of creating laws

d)

The power of the courts to declare laws unconstitutional

86.

What is the minimum age requirement to serve in the Georgia Senate?

a)

21 years

b)

25 years

c)

30 years

d)

35 years

87.

Which of the following is a responsibility of the Governor of Georgia?

a)

To interpret laws

b)

To enforce laws

c)

To create laws

d)

To declare laws unconstitutional

88.

What is the term length for a judge in the Georgia Supreme Court?

a)

4 years

b)

6 years

c)

8 years

d)

10 years

89.

Which of the following is a qualification to serve in the Georgia House of Representatives?

a)

Must be at least 18 years old

b)

Must be a resident of Georgia for at least 1 year

c)

Must be a U.S. citizen for at least 5 years

d)

Must have a law degree

90.

Describe the role of the legislative branch in Georgia's state government.

a)

To enforce laws

b)

To interpret laws

c)

To create laws

d)

To veto laws

91.

Who is the second highest official in Georgia after the governor?

a)

Floor Speaker

b)

Minority Leader

c)

Majority Leader

d)

Lt. Governor

92.

I am the section of GA's Constitution that lays out how the GA Government operates .

a)

Body

b)

Preamble

c)

Operations

d)

Articles

93.

Georgia’s legislature is officially known as the

a)

congress

b)

state legislature

c)

general assembly

d)

state house of government

94.

How do members of the General Assembly get into office?

a)

They are nominated by committees.

b)

They are elected by the citizens of Georgia.

c)

They are appointed by the governor.

d)

They are chosen during town hall meetings.

95.
In the juvenile justice process: a pathway for first time offenders who are willing to admit guilt.
a)
Formal Adjustment
b)
Informal Adjustment
c)
Indictment
d)
Disposition Hearing
96.
In the juvenile justice process, when the juvenile is first accused of the crime an __________________________ will decide to detain or release the juvenile.
a)
arresting officer
b)
intake officer
c)
juvenile judge
d)
trial jury
97.
In the juvenile justice process, the hearing by a judge to determine guilt or innocence.
a)
adjudicatory hearing
b)
informal hearing
c)
formal hearing
d)
sentencing hearing
98.
In the juvenile justice process, the judge takes into account the nature of the juvenile's offense and his/her home situation during this hearing.
a)
Intake decision
b)
Informal Adjustment
c)
Disposition Hearing
d)
Formal Adjustment
99.
Sally, a 15 year old, has been skipping school. How would you classify this offense?
a)
Unruly/ Status Offense
b)
Delinquent Act
c)
Not a crime
100.
Barney, a 12 year old, stole candy bars from the Walgreen's by his house. How would you classify this offense?
a)
Unruly/ Status Offense
b)
Delinquent Act
c)
Not a Crime
101.
Carol, an 18 year old college student has been skipping classes. How would you classify this offense?
a)
Unruly/ Status Offense
b)
Delinquent Act
c)
Not a Crime
102.
Civil or Criminal: Divorce
a)
Civil
b)
Criminal
103.
Civil or Criminal: Robbing the corner store
a)
Civil
b)
Criminal
104.
Thurgood Marshall took the school segregation case to the United States Supreme Court. What type of court is the Supreme Court?
a)
Appeals Court
b)
Trial Court
105.
Lex Luthor is charged with kidnapping and has his case heard by the Superior Court. He is facing a consequence of over a year in jail and a large fine. What type of crime was committed?
a)
Misdemeanor
b)
Felony
106.
Before Lex Luthor goes to trial, this group decides whether or not to issue an indictment, indicating that there is enough evidence to have a trial.
a)
grand jury
b)
trial jury
107.
After the Superior Court hears Lex's case this group will decide if he is innocent or guilty.
a)
Grand Jury
b)
Trial Jury
c)
Panel of Judges
d)
Single Judge
108.
Leonard and Sheldon are having a disagreement on particle physics. They can not agree on the effect of black holes. Both are calling each other names and cannot move forward with a solution. This would best be solved by:
a)
civil court case
b)
criminal court case
c)
mediation
d)
whining to their boss
109.
The judicial branch of the government has the task of 
a)
making laws
b)
enforcing laws
c)
interpreting laws
110.

Marcus is walking home when a police officer stops him. The officer says there is a report that Marcus was involved in a fight at the park. After talking to Marcus, the officer arrests him and says he is being taken to jail. What happens next?

a)

Marcus will go straight to prison

b)

Marcus will be taken to jail and wait for a judge

c)

Narcus will go home right away

111.

At the jail, the officer takes Marcus’s picture and fingerprints. Marcus has to give his name and answer some questions. This is called the booking process. What happens next?

a)

Marcus will get a trial right away

b)

Marcus will ahve to wait for the first court appearance

c)

Marcus will be released without any more steps

112.

Marcus is brought to court the day after his arrest. The judge tells him what he is being accused of. The judge also decides whether Marcus can go home before his trial. What happens next?

a)

The judge decideds if Marcus will be released or must stay in jail

b)

Marcus goes to trial right away

c)

Marcus goes back home without any charges

113.

Marcus is accused of a serious crime, so his case must go before a grand jury. The grand jury listens to the evidence to decide if there is enough proof to charge him with a crime. What happens next?

a)

The grand jury decides if there is enough evidence for a trial

b)

Marcus automatically goes to jail

c)

Marcus is allowed to skip trial and go home

114.

Marcus's case goes to trial. At the trial, a judge and jury listen to both sides. The prosecutor tries to show that Marcus committed the crime, and Marcus's lawyer defends him. What happens next?

a)

The judge and jury decide if Marcus is guilty or not

b)

Marcus will ahve to leave the trial

c)

Marcus will be sent to jail no matter what

115.

The jury decides that Marcus is guilty. Now the judge must decide what the punishment will be. The judge listens to both sides and then announces the sentence. What happens next?

a)

The judge will decide Marcus's punishment

b)

Marcus can leave without punishment

c)

Marcus decides his own punishment

116.

Sarah is at a store when a police officer approaches her. The officer says that Sarah is suspected of taking something without paying. After asking her a few questions, the officer places Sarah under arrest. What happens next?

a)

Sarah is taken straight to prison

b)

Sarah is taken to jail and will see a judge

c)

Sarah is sent home without any charges

117.

At the police station, the officers take Sarah’s photo and fingerprints. She has to answer some questions about herself, like her name and address. This is called being “booked.” What happens next?

a)

Sarah will go straight to trial

b)

Sarah will be kept in jail until her first court appearance

c)

Sarah is allowed to go home after booking.

118.

The next morning, Sarah appears in front of a judge. The judge tells Sarah what crime she is being accused of and explains her rights. The judge also decides if Sarah can be released from jail while waiting for her trial. What happens next?

a)

The judge will decide if Sarah can leave jail until her trial

b)

Sarah will go to trial immediately

c)

Sarah can go home without having to return to court

119.

Sarah has a preliminary hearing to see if there is enough evidence to continue the case. The prosecutor presents evidence, and Sarah’s lawyer can defend her. The judge then decides if the case will move forward.

What happens next?

a)

The judge will decide if there's enough evidence for a trial

b)

Sarah will be found guilty right away

c)

Sarah will go straight to jail after the hearing

120.

Before the trial, Sarah’s lawyer talks with the prosecutor. The prosecutor offers Sarah a deal. If Sarah admits to the crime, the prosecutor will suggest a lighter punishment. What happens next?

a)

Sarah can choose to accept the deal or go to trial

b)

Sarah must accept the deal no matter what

c)

Sarah goes straight to jail without any other options

121.

Sarah’s trial begins. Both sides present their evidence and call witnesses. The jury listens to all the facts to decide if Sarah is guilty or not guilty. What happens next?

a)

The jury will decide if Sarah is guilti or not

b)

Sarah will be sent to jail right away

c)

The judge makes the decision without the jury's help

122.

The jury finds Sarah guilty. Now the judge must decide her punishment. Sarah’s lawyer and the prosecutor talk to the judge about what the punishment should be. What happens next?

a)

The judge decides what Sarah's punishment will be

b)

Sarah can choose her own punishment

c)

The jury will decide Sarah's punishment

123.

Lila is accused of a serious crime. Before her case can go to trial, a grand jury is called to decide if there is enough evidence to charge her with the crime. The prosecutor presents the case to the grand jury, but Lila and her lawyer are not in the room. What happens next?

a)

The grand jury decides if there is enough evidence for a trial

b)

The grand jury will decide Lila's punishment right away

c)

Lila goes to trial no matter what

124.

After the grand jury decides there is enough evidence, Lila has to go to court for her arraignment. At the arraignment, the judge tells Lila what crime she is being charged with. The judge also asks Lila if she pleads guilty or not guilty to the crime. What happens next?

a)

Lila will plead guilty or not guilty, and the trial date will be set if she pleads not guilty

b)

Lila will have to go straight to jail without a trial

c)

The judge will punish Lila right away if she pleads not guilty.

125.

At which step in the criminal justice process does an appellate court review the decision of a lower trial court?

a)

arrest

b)

arraignment

c)

trial

d)

appeal

126.

Which person would be used to settle a dispute peacefully, out of court?

a)

mediator

b)

judge

c)

jury

d)

prosecutor

127.

In an attempt to settle a dispute peacefully, each side may give something up to the other. This method of peaceful dispute resolution is called a

a)

diplomacy

b)

negotiation

c)

compromise

d)

mediation

128.

In order to ensure justice in Georgia, a person convicted of a serious crime is entitled to a(n)

a)

appeal

b)

trial

c)

sentencing

d)

arraignment

129.

Which is an example of how the judicial branch ensures justice in our state?

a)

The citizens of the state elect new members to the supreme court

b)

The Georgia Supreme Court hears an appeal involving the death sentence

c)

The governor of Georgia signs a bill allowing for tougher sentencing guidelines

d)

The Georgia General Assembly passes a law making it illegal to drive while on the phone

130.

Refusing to go to school, disobeying one's parents, running away from home, roaming the streets at night


These are examples of which type of Juvenile behavior?

a)

unruly

b)

felony

c)

delinquent

d)

misdemeanor

131.

Forgery, fighting, robbery, shoplifting:


These are examples of which type of juvenile behavior?

a)

unruly

b)

felony

c)

delinquent

d)

misdemeanor

132.

In the juvenile justice system, an unruly behavior is an action that

a)

breaks a law and is considered a crime

b)

would not be a crime if committed by an adult

c)

can result in a minor being treated like an adult

d)

is punishable by up to five years in a detention center

133.

In the juvenile justice system, an unruly behavior is also known as a

a)

delinquent offense

b)

felony offense

c)

status offense

d)

criminal offense

134.

Within the juvenile justice system, behaviors by minors that would not be crimes if committed by adults are known as what type of behaviors?

a)

misdemeanor

b)

unruly

c)

delinquent

d)

felony

135.

In the state of Georgia, the juvenile justice system has jurisdiction over children under what age?

a)

12

b)

13

c)

17

d)

18

136.

In the juvenile justice system, a delinquent behavior is an action that

a)

breaks a law and is considered a crime

b)

would not be a crime if committed by an adult

c)

can result in a minor being treated like an adult

d)

in punishable by up to two years in a detention center

137.

Which is NOT a right of a juvenile involved with the juvenile justice system?

a)

right to cross examine witnesses

b)

right to a jury trial

c)

right to have a lawyer

d)

right to remain silent

138.

Within the judicial branch of Georgia's government, which court has jurisdiction over minors?

a)

state

b)

superior

c)

magistrate

d)

juvenile

139.

Which young person falls outside of the jurisdiction of the juvenile justice system?

a)

a 15 year old that refused to go to school

b)

a 13 year old who has run away from home

c)

a 17 year old who has been caught shoplifting

d)

an 18 year old who has severely beaten a high school student

140.
  1. Sentencing 2. Formal Hearing 3.Intake 4. Detention


Place the above in order as the juvenile proceeds through the juvenile justice system.

a)

1,2,4,3

b)

3,4,2,1

c)

2,4,1,3

d)

4,1,3,2

141.

In the juvenile justice process, which occurs during intake?

a)

The juvenile is allowed to admit guilt and face sentencing

b)

Evidence is presented and witnesses are called before a judge

c)

An officer decides if enough evidence exists to support the charges

d)

The juvenile is placed in a detention center to serve his or her sentence

142.

During a formal hearing in the juvenile justice process, which happens last?

a)

intake hearing

b)

detention hearing

c)

adjudicatory hearing

d)

dispositional hearing

143.

During sentencing, which falls outside the options available to a judge in the juvenile justice system?

a)

placing the juvenile on probation

b)

sending the juvenile to a minimum security prison

c)

placing the juvenile in a youth detention center

d)

releasing the juvenile into the care of his or her parents

144.

An informal adjustment would be used for a juvenile who has

a)

stolen a car

b)

run away from home

c)

assaulted another child

d)

robbed a grocery store