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Fall Interim Review '25

Total questions: 146

Worksheet time: 1hrs 13mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Burden of Proof or Responsibility is on the Plaintiff

a)

Civil

b)

Criminal

c)

Both

2.

Burden of Proof or Responsibility is on the Prosecutor is an example of?

a)

Civil

b)

Criminal

c)

Both

3.

Commonly called a Tort

a)

Civil

b)

Criminal

c)

Both

4.

Deals with Relationships and Breach of Contract or Personal Injury

a)

Civil

b)

Criminal

c)

Both

5.

Involves a Defendant and Jury Trial

a)

Civil

b)

Criminal

c)

Both

6.

Involves Murder, Burglary, or Driving under the Influence (DUI)

a)

Civil

b)

Criminal

c)

Both

7.

Punishments include Reimbursement, Compensation, or Punitive Damages

a)

Civil

b)

Criminal

c)

Both

8.

Punishments include Fines, Classes, Incarceration, Community Service

a)

Civil

b)

Criminal

c)

Both

9.

A Verdict is based on a Preponderance (Majority) of the evidence

a)

Civil

b)

Criminal

c)

Both

10.

Verdict Must be Beyond a Reasonable Doubt (No Doubt) and Unanimous

a)

Civil

b)

Criminal

c)

Both

11.

A CHANCE TO ADMIT TO A LESSER CHARGE FOR LESSER PUNISHMENT

a)

Plea Bargaining

b)

Trial Jury

c)

Grand Jury

d)

Initial Appearance

12.

Made up of 16-23 randomly selected citizens and hands down the charge

a)

Grand Jury

b)

Trial Jury

c)

Preliminary Hearing

d)

Arraignment

13.

PUNISHMENT FOR A CRIME GIVEN TO A PERSON FOUND GUILTY OF A CRIME

a)

Sentencing

b)

Custody

c)

Trial Jury

d)

Arraignment

14.

Made up 12 random citizens who renders a verdict of either Guilty or Not Guilty that is Unanimous

a)

Trial Jury

b)

Grand Jury

c)

Preliminary Hearing

d)

Custody

15.

THE FORMAL READING OF CRIMINAL CHARGES TO INFORM THE SUSPECT OF THE CHARGES THEY FACE

a)

Arraignment

b)

Initial Appearance

c)

Preliminary Hearing

d)

Bail

16.

SUSPECT APPEARS BEFORE A JUDGE WHO EXPLAINS THE CHARGES AND DETERMINES BAIL

a)

Initial Appearance

b)

Preliminary Hearing

c)

Arraignment

d)

Sentencing

17.

TEMPORARY RELEASE OF A SUSPECT WAITING TRIAL, INVOLVING A SUM OF MONEY TO GUARANTEE THEY APPEAR IN COURT

a)

Bail

b)

Custody

c)

Sentencing

d)

Plea Bargaining

18.

A lawyer who argues for the state trying to prove someone guilty

a)

Prosecutor

b)

Plaintiff

19.

A person/lawyer trying to prove someone responsible

a)

Plaintiff

b)

Prosecutor

20.

A person thought to have committed a crime during the pretrial

a)

Suspect

b)

Defendant

c)

Witness

d)

Plaintiff

21.

Formal accusation of a serious crime and whether there is enough evidence to charge someone with a crime

a)

Indictment

b)

Sentencing

c)

Arraignment

d)

Custody

22.

Having a good reason to believe that someone may have broken the law

a)

Probable Cause

b)

Indictment

c)

Defendant

d)

Suspicion

23.

Legally responsible for something, being at fault

a)

Liable

b)

Compensation

c)

Reimbursement

d)

Defendant

24.

People who give testimony

a)

Witness

b)

Defendant

c)

Prosecutor

d)

Plaintiff

25.

The person in a criminal trial that is accused of a crime or is sued in a civil trial.

a)

Defendant

b)

Suspect

c)

Plaintiff

d)

Juror

26.

A Less serious offense, punishable by less than a year in jail and less than a $1000 fine

a)

Misdemeanor

b)

Felony

c)

Capital Crime

27.

A serious crime, like murder that is punishable with prison time of at least one year and possibly a fine of at more than a $1000

a)

Felony

b)

Misdemeanor

c)

Capital Crime

28.

A serious crime where someone could be given the Death Penalty

a)

Capital Crime

b)

Felony

c)

Misdemeanor

29.

1. Arrest 2.??? 3. Initial Hearing 4. Preliminary Hearing 5. Grand Jury 6. Arraignment 7. Trial 8. Sentencing 8. Appeal. What is missing from the Adult Justice System Order of Events?

a)

Booking

b)

Adjunction

c)

Disposition

d)

Intake

30.

What is missing from the events of the Adult Trial:1. Jury Selection 2. Opening Statements 3.???? 4. Closing Statements 5.??? 6. Sentencing 7. Appeals

a)

3. Presentation of Evidence 5. Jury Deliberation and Verdict

b)

3. Arraignment 5. Grand Jury

c)

3. Arraignment 5. Jury Deliberation and Verdict

d)

3. Presentation of Evidence 5. Preliminary Hearing

31.

Needs Beyond a Reasonable Doubt

a)

Trial Jury

b)

Grand Jury

32.

Determines if there is Enough Probable Cause

a)

Trial Jury

b)

Grand Jury

33.

Determines Guilt or Responsibility

a)

Trial Jury

b)

Grand Jury

34.

Issues an Indictment or Charge

a)

Grand Jury

b)

Trial Jury

35.

Needs a Majority Votes and Hears Multiple Cases

a)

Grand Jury

b)

Trial Jury

36.

Made up of 12 of your peers and a single case is heard (most likely)

a)

Trial Jury

b)

Grand Jury

37.

A Serious Crime such as Murder, Rape. Arson

a)

Felony

b)

Misdemeanor

38.

A Minor Offense such as Shoplifting, Trespassing, and Assault

a)

Misdemeanor

b)

Felony

39.

This can result in a year in jail/prison or more or a $1000 dollar fine or more

a)

Felony

b)

Misdemeanor

40.

A year in Jail/Prison or less or $1000 fine or less

a)

Misdemeanor

b)

Felony

41.

A Juvenile is considered under what Age?

a)

17

b)

18

c)

21

d)

16

42.

An act committed by a Juvenile that would be a crime if an Adult

a)

Delinquent Act

b)

Unruly Act

c)

Felony

d)

Misdemeanor

43.

An act committed by a Juvenile that would NOT be a crime as an Adult

a)

Unruly Act

b)

Delinquent Act

c)

Felony

d)

Misdemeanor

44.

What is the role of the intake officer?

a)

Must determine the type of punishment a juvenile offender is to receive

b)

Takes juvenile into custody and ends when a trial is over and the juvenile is sentenced

c)

Must decide if there is enough evidence to keep a juvenile in custody

d)

Takes responsibility begins with the probable cause hearing and ends with the adjudicatory hearing

45.

When is an informal adjustment offered?

a)

Only part of the pretrial process for an adult

b)

Happens for all repeat offenders who admit guilt

c)

Occurs for all juveniles no matter the situation

d)

Juvenile first time offender who admits guilt and follows treatment

46.

Describe an adjudicatory hearing.

a)

When a juvenile is taken into custody

b)

When probable cause is determined

c)

When a juvenile is given consequences for committing a crime

d)

When the judge determines innocence or guilt

47.

No bail, no jury trial

a)

Court protections not given to adults

b)

Court protections not given to juveniles

c)

Court protections not offered to anyone in Georgia

d)

Court protections not offered for a capital crime

48.

The right to two phone calls to a parent and a lawyer. The right to not be placed in custody with adults. The right to have your parents contacted and present during questioning.

a)

Rights of adults

b)

Rights of a juvenile

c)

Rights only given to Georgia citizens

d)

Part of a jury trial

49.

1. Intake. 2. Release or Detained 3. Adjudication. 4. ? 5. Sentencing 6. Appeal

a)

Disposition

b)

Arraignment

c)

Initial Appearance

d)

Trial Jury

50.

Role to interpret laws in GA. Head of the branch is the Supreme Court. Purpose is to administer justice in our legal system.

a)

Georgia's Judicial Branch

b)

Georgia's Executive Branch

c)

Georgia's Legislative Branch

d)

Georgia's Constitution

51.

How are members of the Georgia Supreme Court and Court of Appeals selected?

a)

Elected to four-year terms by the citizens of Georgia and Non-Partisan

b)

Selected by the head of the Legislative branch

c)

Elected to six-year terms by the citizens of Georgia, Non-Partisan

d)

Selected by the Governor

52.

Reviewing criminal cases that result in the death penalty. Determines constitutionality of law passed by the Georgia General Assembly.

a)

Governor

b)

Supreme Court

c)

Juvenile Court

d)

Court of Appeals

53.

The act of implicating oneself, Giving testimony in a trial or other legal proceeding, that could subject one to criminal prosecution.

a)

Self-Incrimination

b)

Witness

c)

Trial Jury

d)

Juror

54.

Luis takes MARTA everyday and notices the fare when up from $3.50 to $5.00. Luis calls the city officials but they are not able to resolve the issue. Why can't the city resolve the issue?

a)

The increase is tied to reduced city tax revenue

b)

MARTA operates as a special-purpose district with its own board

c)

The state government manages MARTA

d)

The U.S. Department of Transportation controls public transportation

55.

How are new cities officially established in Georgia?

a)

Statewide elections

b)

Local referenda

c)

Executive orders by the governor

d)

Municipal charters

56.

Special-Purpose Districts focus on what specific functions?

a)

MARTA

b)

School Districts (GCPS)

c)

Airport Authority

d)

All Above

57.

What is a key trait of a Special-Purpose Districts?

a)

They provide one service to a limited area

b)

They share the same boundaries as a county

c)

They match the size of a city or town

d)

They provide more services than local governments

58.

What are the largest sources of revenue for local governments?

a)

Sales taxes

b)

Property taxes

c)

Lottery taxes

d)

Income taxes

59.

Why do Georgia’s local governments partner with state agencies to administer state programs?

a)

The state has more power than local governments

b)

Local governments are closer to citizens

c)

Local governments have more employees

d)

The state funds all local programs

60.

Which is one responsibility of Georgia’s county governments?

a)

Opening schools

b)

Running elections

c)

Maintaining historical sites

d)

Settling disputes between towns

61.

Which group has the authority to approve and establish new cities in Georgia?

a)

The Governor

b)

The Attorney General

c)

The Georgia General Assembly

d)

The Georgia Supreme Court

62.

Citizens ask the city council to increase teacher salaries. Why can’t the city council make this decision?

a)

County salaries are set by the General Assembly

b)

Teacher pay is controlled by the U.S. Department of Education

c)

Counties cannot raise taxes for salaries

d)

Schools are special-purpose districts, independent of local governments

63.

How do special-purpose governments differ from other types of local governments in Georgia?

a)

Their leaders are elected instead of appointed

b)

They are funded entirely by property taxes

c)

They use resources for a single purpose

d)

They are state agencies under the General Assembly

64.

What is a source of Local Government Revenue?

a)

Property Tax

b)

SPLOST

c)

Sales Tax

d)

All above

65.

Where do Georgia’s local governments get the legal authority to raise money?

a)

From the Georgia Constitution and state laws

b)

From the U.S. Constitution and federal law

c)

From Georgia’s state laws and federal law

d)

From both the U.S. Constitution and Georgia Constitution

66.

Why are Georgia’s numerous counties important?

a)

Most Georgians live outside large Metro areas

b)

Counties keep city governments in check

c)

New state laws require most counties’ approval

d)

Most of the state’s taxes are collected at the county level

67.

Which project could SPLOST funds be used to support in a Georgia county?

a)

Park improvements

b)

Hiring new police officers

c)

A tourism advertising campaign

d)

Increasing city council salaries

68.

River that forms the border between Georgia and South Carolina.

a)

Chattahoochee

b)

Savannah

c)

Chattanooga

d)

St. Mary's

69.

Limestone ridges, fertile valleys, apples, contains carpet capital of the world.  BEST describes:

a)

Piedmont

b)

Blue Ridge

c)

Ridge & Valley

d)

Coastal Plain

70.

Separates the Piedmont & Coastal Plain regions.

a)

Fall Line

b)

Appalachian Mountains

c)

Savannah River

d)

Okefenokee Swamp

71.

Largest freshwater wetland in Georgia.

a)

Savannah River

b)

Atlantic Ocean

c)

Lake Lanier

d)

Okefenokee Swamp

72.

Georgia's 2 deep water ports.

a)

Atlanta & Columbus

b)

Savannah & Brunswick

c)

Savannah & Augusta

d)

Macon & Milledgeville

73.

Blocks sand, water, & wind from erosion to the main land.

a)

Fall Line

b)

Appalachian Mountains

c)

Okefenokee Swamp

d)

Barrier islands

74.

60% of the state's land area, largest agricultural region, contains Okefenokee Swamp & barrier islands.  BEST describes:

a)

Piedmont

b)

Coastal Plain

c)

Appalachian Plateau

d)

Blue Ridge

75.

Found in all 3 regions of North Georgia.

a)

Stone Mountain

b)

Savannah River

c)

Fall Line

d)

Appalachian Mountains

76.

River that forms a partial border between Georgia and Alabama.

a)

Savannah River

b)

Chattooga River

c)

Chattahoochee River

d)

Flint River

77.

State that is south of Georgia.

a)

Alabama

b)

South Carolina

c)

Louisiana

d)

Florida

78.

What do Columbus, Macon, Milledgeville, & Augusta have in common?

a)

They're all in the Appalachian Mountains

b)

They're all on the Fall Line

c)

They're all on the Atlantic Ocean

d)

The all border Florida

79.

Located on the Barrier islands their purpose was to try to convert the American Indians to adopt Catholicism.

a)

Mound towns

b)

French Missions

c)

Spanish Missions

d)

Fort King George

80.

Smallest region, located in the northwestern corner of the state, produces coal and timber. BEST describes:

a)

Coastal Plain

b)

Appalachian Plateau

c)

Piedmont

d)

Blue Ridge

81.

"Granite capital of the World"

a)

Stone Mountain

b)

Gainesville

c)

Dalton

d)

Elberton

82.

Vidalia onions, peanuts, pecans, peaches, naval stores & cotton are all agricultural products of which region?

a)

Piedmont

b)

Ridge & Valley

c)

Coastal Plain

d)

Blue Ridge

83.

Border state located to the west of Georgia.

a)

Mississippi

b)

South Carolina

c)

Tennessee

d)

Alabama

84.

Products from pine trees such as tar, turpentine, pitch, paper & pulp.

a)

Vidalia onions

b)

Granite

c)

Naval stores

d)

Poultry

85.

"Carpet Capital of the World"

a)

Dalton

b)

Lawrenceville

c)

Macon

d)

Elberton

86.

Most populous, rolling hills, red clay, & manufacturing BEST describes:

a)

Coastal Plain

b)

Appalachian Plateau

c)

Ridge & Valley

d)

Piedmont

87.

State that borders Georgia to the east.

a)

South Carolina

b)

North Carolina

c)

South Dakota

d)

Alabama

88.

"Poultry capital of the World"

a)

Gainesville

b)

Elberton

c)

Snellville

d)

Macon

89.

Type of climate Georgia has.

a)

Arctic

b)

Tropical

c)

Humid subtropical

d)

Mediterranean

90.

Region of the United States Georgia is located.

a)

Northeast

b)

Southwest

c)

Southeast

d)

Northwest

91.

Georgia is located in what 2 hemispheres?

a)

Southern & Eastern

b)

Northern & Western

c)

Northern & Southern

d)

Southern & Western

92.

Georgia is located on the _______________ ocean.

a)

Indian

b)

Pacific

c)

Arctic

d)

Atlantic

93.

Because of Georgia's mild climate the number one industry or economic activity.

a)

Carpets

b)

Granite

c)

Sports

d)

Agriculture

94.

Modern day use of Georgia's rivers.

a)

Swimming

b)

Snorkeling

c)

Drinking water

d)

Playing sharks & minnows

95.

The reason early settlers stopped at the Fall Line to build settlements & trading posts.

a)

They thought the rivers were cursed above the Fall Line

b)

They loved the beautiful scenery located on the Fall Line

c)

They found gold and silver on the Fall Line

d)

They could not cross the steep water falls located on the Fall Line

96.

Which region is shaded?

a)

Piedmont

b)

Coastal Plain

c)

Blue Ridge

d)

Ridge & Valley

97.

Which region is shaded?

a)

Ridge & Valley

b)

Appalachian Plateau

c)

Blue Ridge

d)

Coastal Plains

98.

Which region is shaded?

a)

Coastal Plain

b)

Piedmont

c)

Blue Ridge

d)

Appalachian Plateau

99.

Which region is shaded?

a)

Blue Ridge

b)

Piedmont

c)

Coastal Plains

d)

Ridge & Valley

100.

Which river?

a)

Chattahoochee

b)

Ocmulgee

c)

Savannah

d)

Flint

101.

Letter C represents which physical feature?

a)

Appalachian Mountains

b)

Fall Line

c)

Okefenokee Swamp

d)

Atlantic Ocean

102.

Which river is highlighted?Chattahoochee

a)

Chattahoochee

b)

Flint

c)

Yellow

d)

Savannah

103.

Which region is shaded?

a)

Ridge & Valley

b)

Appalachian Plateau

c)

Blue Ridge

d)

Piedmont

104.

The physical feature that is located in the northern regions of Georgia.

a)

Fall Line

b)

Barrier Islands

c)

Okefenokee Swamp

d)

Appalachian Mountains

105.

Which physical feature is pictured?

a)

Barrier Islands

b)

Chattahoochee River

c)

Fall Line

d)

Okefenokee Swamp

106.

What industry found in the Coastal Plain region is pictured?

a)

Logging

b)

Mining

c)

Naval Stores

d)

Harvesting mulberry trees

107.

The green line represents which physical feature?

a)

Savannah River

b)

Chattahoochee River

c)

Appalachian Mountains

d)

Fall Line

108.

The Savannah and Chattahoochee rivers both have their headwaters or start in which region?

a)

Blue Ridge

b)

Piedmont

c)

Ridge & Valley

d)

Coastal Plain

109.

Many diverse locations, tax incentives that keep costs down and an international airport and many highways to take you anywhere you need to go BEST describes ways that promote which industry in Georgia?

a)

Agricultural industry

b)

Film & Entertainment industry

c)

Tourism industry

d)

Service industry

110.

How would the role of the Legislative branch best be described?

a)

pass laws to regulate the business of the state

b)

interpret laws and determine their constitutionality.

c)

serve as the guardian of the Georgia constitution

d)

enforce laws and carry out programs created by state law

111.

Best Title for: must be 18. Must be registered in a district. Must be a U.S. Citizen and provide a Picture ID.

a)

Georgia's Requirements to Vote

b)

Georgia Requirements to be a Citizen of Georgia

c)

Georgia's Requirements to Run for Senate

d)

Georgia Requirements to Run for the General Assembly

112.

What power is unique to the Georgia House of Representatives in regards to appropriations?

a)

Issue hunting and fishing licenses

b)

Originate (or start) spending (expenditure) bills

c)

Override a Governor’s veto of a passed bill

d)

Approve (or confirm) the governor’s executive appointments

113.

Must be 21. Must reside in GA for 2 years. Must live in district 1 year. Must be a U.S. Citizen

a)

Qualifications for the Georgia House of Representatives

b)

Qualifications to be Governor of Georgia

c)

Qualifications for the Georgia Senate

d)

Qualifications to be Lt. Governor of Georgia

114.

At least 25 years old. Reside in GA for 2 years. Reside in district 1 year. Must be a U.S. Citizen.

a)

Qualifications for the Georgia House of Representatives

b)

Qualifications to be Governor of Georgia

c)

Qualifications for the Georgia Senate

d)

Qualifications to be Lt. Governor of Georgia

115.

Whose responsibility is it to pass laws, serve on a standing committee and pass a balanced budget?

a)

Georgia General Assembly

b)

Georgia Lt. Governor

c)

Georgia Governor

d)

Georgia's Supreme Court

116.

Wisdom. Justice. Moderation and Courage.

a)

Georgia's Preamble

b)

Georgia's Bill of Rights

c)

Georgia's Pledge and Motto

d)

Georgia Creed

117.

Most important priority of the Georgia General Assembly during the Legislative Session.

a)

Make and pass new laws

b)

Make changes to the Department of Education

c)

Pass a balanced budget

d)

Find new sources of revenue

118.

What is the relationship between the U.S. Constitution and the Georgia State Constitution?

a)

Both constitution are equal

b)

Because of States Rights, the Georgia State Constitution is the more powerful than the U.S. Constitution

c)

The U.S. constitution is more powerful and the state constitution cannot violate it

d)

Technically, neither constitution have power because the United States is a democracy run by the people

119.

They allow bills to be studied closer, they are the heart of the legislature, they can report a bill favorably, favorably with changes or unfavorably.

a)

Committees and the Committee Process

b)

The tasks of the House of Representatives

c)

The tasks of the Senate

d)

Purpose of the Executive Branch

120.

1. Bill passed by both chambers. 2. Governor signs the bill. 3. ?????????

a)

3. Bill becomes law on July 1

b)

3. Bill becomes law after the session ends

c)

3. Bill is killed and labeled unfavorable

d)

3. Bill returns to both chambers for further review

121.

1. Bill passes both chambers. 2. Governor vetoes the bill. 3. ??????????

a)

3. Bill becomes law on July 1

b)

3. Bill becomes law at the end of the session

c)

3. Bill is killed permanently and labeled unfavorable

d)

3. Bill returns to both chambers and has to receive a 2/3 vote to become law

122.

Education, Ways & Means, Appropriations are all ____________.

a)

Standing Committees in the Georgia General Assembly

b)

Conference Committees in the Georgia General Assembly

c)

The responsibilities of the Georgia General Assembly

d)

The various parts of the Georgia General Assembly

123.

Life, Liberty, Property

a)

Rights given to citizens in Georgia's constitution

b)

Responsibilities of all Georgia citizens

c)

Rights that cannot be taken away from anyone in Georgia

d)

Rights that can easily be taken away in Georgia

124.

Serving on juries, volunteering and paying taxes.

a)

Responsibilities of state citizens in Georgia's constitution

b)

Rights of state citizens in Georgia's constitution

c)

Rules that must be followed by all Georgia citizens

d)

Rights and responsibilities of the Georgia General Assembly

125.

What is both a right and responsibility?

a)

Voting

b)

Life and Liberty

c)

Paying taxes

d)

Volunteering

126.

1. Bill passed by both chambers. 2. Governor does not sign or veto the bill. 3. ?????

a)

3. Bill becomes laws on July 1

b)

3. Bill becomes law at the end of the legislative session

c)

3. Bill is killed as unfavorable

d)

3. Bill returns to both chambers and requires a 2/3 vote to become law

127.

In Georgia's constitution, what are the 28 liberties of citizens?

a)

Preamble

b)

Conclusion

c)

Article I: Bill of Rights

d)

Article II: Voting and Elections

128.

When the legislative branch overrides a veto by the governor. When the governor vetoes a bill passed by the legislative branch. When the judicial branch decides a law is unconstitutional. These are all examples of ___________________.

a)

Separation of Powers

b)

Checks and Balances

c)

Powers of the Constitution

d)

Powers given to Georgia's government by the federal government

129.

What part of the Georgia constitution explains the purpose?

a)

Preamble

b)

Articles

c)

Amendments

d)

Bill of Rights

130.

What is Separation of Powers?

a)

Each branch is assigned unique powers to prevent one branch from having too much power

b)

The part of the Constitution that outlines citizens rights

c)

Each branch can check the other branch if they do something stupid

d)

The part of the Constitution that outlines the rights and responsibilities of each branch of government

131.

Called the Georgia General Assembly. Has two chambers with different qualifications. Creates laws that govern the state.

a)

Georgia's Executive Branch

b)

Georgia's Legislative Branch

c)

Georgia's Judicial Branch

d)

Georgia's Senate

132.

1. Bill is drafted. 2. ?????????? 3. Bill is discussed and voted on in a committee. 4. Bill is discussed on the chamber floor and voted on

a)

2. Bill given to a clerk and assigned by the presiding officer

b)

2. Bill is given to the governor for review

c)

2. Bill is sent to another chamber

d)

2. Bill is sent to another committee to create a compromise

133.

What is the purpose of legislative committees?

a)

draft bills to become law

b)

pick bills to be sent to the governor

c)

review bills before they go to the floor for debate

d)

decide which bills go straight to the floor for a vote

134.

What does separation of powers refer to?

a)

certain powers to each branch of government

b)

certain powers given to all citizens

c)

certain powers designated for the executive branch

d)

certain powers for the state and certain powers for the federal government

135.

Georgia takes our tax dollars and spends it. What is Georgia's largest expenditure?

a)

Healthcare

b)

Ways and Means

c)

Education

d)

Overall Budget Items

136.

Tasha loves shopping at Aldi because they have such low prices. She goes to Aldi to buy more salad, cereal, frozen vegetables and milk to feed her kids. She is so happy that all of her items will only cost $10!!! But she is confused that her bill says $10.70. Why?

a)

Additional 70 cents for State Sales Tax

b)

Additional 70 cents for State User Fees

c)

Additional 70 cents for State Property Tax

d)

Additional 70 cents for State Income Tax

137.

What person in Georgia is the commander in chief of the state, controls the Georgia National Guard, is the chief law enforcement office that controls the GBI and GA highway patrol AND is the chief executive officer of our state

a)

The Lieutenant Governor

b)

The Secretary of State

c)

The Commissioner of Defense

d)

The Governor

138.

What person gets to take on the role of governor if that governor can no longer do their job because of illness, death or they resign???

a)

The Commissioner of Defense

b)

The Newly Elected Governor

c)

The Lieutenant Governor

d)

The Secretary of State

139.

State School Superintendent, Secretary of State. Attorney General, Commissioner of Agriculture, Commissioner of Labor and the Commissioner of Insurance are all???????

a)

Executive Branch members citizens elect

b)

Judicial Branch members that citizens elect

c)

Legislative Branch members that citizens elect

d)

Titles for positions that are filled by people who the Governor appoints

140.

The Georgia General Assembly passed a bill that would increase the number of days students must attend school per year. The governor passed the bill and it's now a law. Which executive branch member is responsible for enforcing this new law?

a)

The Lieutenant Governor

b)

The State School Superintendent

c)

The Secretary of State

d)

The Attorney General

141.

Which branch is responsible for enforcing laws, administering and carrying out state programs?

a)

Legislative Branch

b)

Executive Branch

c)

Judicial Branch

d)

All three branches share and execute these powers

142.

Georgia's government must collect money to pay for all the expenditures the state incurs. What two tax sources generate the most revenue for Georgia?

a)

Homestead Exemption and Ad Valorem Tax

b)

Most revenue comes from the federal government not taxes

c)

Corporate Income Tax and Individual Income Tax

d)

Individual Income Tax and Sales and Use Tax

143.

Uh oh! Looks like Georgia's budget is not balanced! Expenditures are higher than revenue brought in. What must happen?

a)

The Governor will call a special election to vote in new members of the General Assembly who can balance the budget

b)

The people of Georgia will vote to decide which programs will be cut to balance the budget

c)

The Governor and General Assembly have to decide if they will cut the budget or raise taxes.

d)

Georgia will just be in a deficit and they will work to balance the budget in the next fiscal year

144.

Which one is NOT a qualification for being Governor or Lt. Governor in Georgia?

a)

30 Years of Age

b)

Georgia Resident for 6 Years

c)

U.S. Citizen for 15 Years

d)

District Resident for 2 Years

145.

Which branch of Georgia's government has 99% of the employees and uses/takes 90% of all government funds?

a)

Senate

b)

Judicial

c)

House of Representatives

d)

Executive

146.

Which of the following is the governor's responsibility as it relates to the state budget?

a)

pass a balanced budget

b)

determine the constitutionality of the state budget

c)

predict revenue the state must collect and create a proposal of a budget

d)

choose members of the budget committee

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