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WorksheetsUnit 11: State and Local Government
Total questions: 63
Worksheet time: 32mins
Determine whether the statement is describing the U.S. Constitution, the Georgia Constitution, or BOTH the U.S. and Georgia constitutions. Voters get to decide if an amendment is added.
U.S. Constitution
BOTH
Georgia Constitution
Determine whether the statement is describing the U.S. Constitution, the Georgia Constitution, or BOTH the U.S. and Georgia constitutions. Voters elect judges to their positions.
U.S. Constitution
BOTH
Georgia Constitution
Determine whether the statement is describing the U.S. Constitution, the Georgia Constitution, or BOTH the U.S. and Georgia constitutions. Governing power is separated into three branches.
U.S. Constitution
BOTH
Georgia Constitution
Determine whether the statement is describing the U.S. Constitution, the Georgia Constitution, or BOTH the U.S. and Georgia constitutions. The chief executive has the power to veto laws.
U.S. Constitution
BOTH
Georgia Constitution
Determine whether the statement is describing the U.S. Constitution, the Georgia Constitution, or BOTH the U.S. and Georgia constitutions. An electoral college determines who will be the chief executive.
U.S. Constitution
BOTH
Georgia Constitution
You are required to pass a test at the end of 8th grade to show you know about the history of the state. Which of these has the GREATEST impact on this fact?
Article XII of the Georgia Constitution
Article VIII of the Georgia Constitution
Article VI of the United States Constitution
Article IV of the United States Constitution
Which statement BEST explains why the United States Constitution divides power between the national and state governments?
The United States Constitution is older than the Georgia Constitution.
The system of Federalism splits power to govern between the national and state governments.
The Georgia Constitution is longer because it is more important than the U.S. Constitution.
The system of checks and balances requires different levels of government to handle different issues.
The Georgia state constitution contains a Bill of Rights. Which of these is MOST LIKELY the next entry in this section of the Georgia Constitution?
Obeying the laws
Serving on a jury
Freedom of speech and the press
Negotiating international treaties
The MAIN purpose of the Georgia State Constitution is to
establish the structure and powers of state government
outline the rights and responsibilities of citizens
provide a framework for state laws
ensure the separation of powers within the state
What is the main purpose of Georgia's Constitution?
determine how local governments will be managed.
give a framework for the laws and government of Georgia.
provide details of all the laws and statutes in Georgia.
explain federal laws and regulations to Georgia citizens.
Which section comes FIRST in the Georgia State Constitution?
Preamble
Education
Bill of Rights
Executive Branch
The Governor's vetoing of a bill that the General Assembly approves is an example of what principle?
judicial review
checks and balances
separation of powers
representative government
Which branch of the Georgia government is responsible for administering the laws and carrying out the programs of the state?
Executive
Judicial
Legislative
President
The person in charge of the state Supreme Court is known as the
Governor.
Chief Justice.
Why is paying taxes considered a civic duty of citizens living in a democracy?
Taxes allow private businesses to grow.
Congress has the power to pass tax laws.
Non-payment of taxes results in imprisonment.
Taxes support government services and programs.
The MAIN reason citizens have rights and responsibilities is to
ensure a functioning and fair society
increase government power over individuals
limit personal freedoms
promote economic competition
Which of the following is the main purpose of a constitution?
allow the government to share power.
punish those who do not follow the rules.
keep the power of the country with its citizens.
to make the country the most powerful in the world.
Which of the following CAN be taken into account when being allowed to register to vote?
race
literacy
residence
political affiliation
In order for a person to be able to vote in the state of Georgia, he or she must
hold a driver license.
be a property owner.
be a legal resident of the state of Georgia.
have lived in the country for at least four years.
A person who has been judicially determined to be mentally incompetent Which BEST completes the chart?
a person born outside of Georgia, but who is a current resident
a person convicted of a felony who is currently serving a sentence
a person born outside the United States who is a naturalized citizen
a person dishonorably discharged from any branch of the U.S. military
Which of these is one of the principles included in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Georgia flag?
Beauty
Equality
Moderation
Tolerance
Which of these is NOT part of the Pledge of Allegiance to the Georgia flag?
A. Equality
B. Justice
C. Moderation
D. Wisdom
The ______ makes up Georgia's legislative branch and is responsible for making the laws of the state.
Secretary of State
Majority Leader
General Assembly
Governor
This is the lower house of Georgia's General Assembly; there are 180 members.
Lieutenant Governor
Speaker of the House
House of Representatives
Senate
In a legislative body, this is the person who is usually the floor leader of the political party with the most representation within the legislature.
Majority Leader
Speaker of the House
Lieutenant Governor
This is the second highest officer in the state of Georgia; he serves as the chief officer of the Senate.
Lieutenant Governor
Speaker of the House
Majority Leader
To qualify for the Georgia General Assembly potential candidates must for the Senate ___ and for the House of Representatives ___
be at least 25 years of age; be at least 21 years of age
be at least 21 years of age; be at least 25 years of age
have lived in the state for 15 years; have lived in the state for 10 years
have lived in the district of office for 7 years; have lived in the district of office for 10 years
Which statement best describes factors that would disqualify a person from running for a Senate or House seat in the state of Georgia?
Serving on active duty within a branch of the armed forces.
Previously holding a government position in the state.
Being over the age of 65 at the time of the election.
Having previously run for the same position and lost.
The members of the Georgia House of Representatives are elected by voters of Georgia and serve for
1 year.
2 years.
4 years.
6 years.
The MOST important duty of the members of the General Assembly is to
remove judges.
impeach governors.
make and amend laws.
regulate and license insurers.
How do members of the General Assembly get into office?
They are nominated by committees.
They are elected by the people.
They are appointed by the governor.
They are chosen during town hall meetings.
Which BEST describes the governor’s role in creating or amending laws in Georgia?
The governor can introduce bills to the General Assembly.
The governor can veto bills passed by the General Assembly.
The governor can override vetoes passed by the General Assembly.
The governor can write formal resolutions for the General Assembly.
Which of the following is the step in the legislative process where a bill is debated and voted on by the entire chamber?
Quorum Vote
Introduction
Floor Consideration
Committee Consideration
If the governor vetoes a bill, what is required for the General Assembly to override his veto?
a unanimous vote
a 2/3 majority vote
a 3/4 majority vote
a simple majority vote
A ___ is the name given to a piece of legislation that is being considered as a law.
bill
recall
judicial review
joint resolution
Fill in the blank: The first step in how a bill becomes a law in Georgia is that the ___ is introduced.
bill
law
committee
amendment
Based on the process below: 2. Bill is sent to committee 3. If favorable, bill is voted on by originating house 4. Approved bill goes to other house 5. If other house approves, bill sent to Governor 6. Bill either signed or vetoed by Governor What can you conclude based on this process?
Laws are not passed in the General Assembly.
Too many unpopular bills get made into laws.
The Governor has too much Constitutional power.
It is a long process of getting a bill to become a law.
Classify the following as Tax Revenue or Non-Tax Revenue: One's income from a job.
Tax Revenue
Non-Tax Revenue
Classify the following as Tax Revenue or Non-Tax Revenue: Buying property.
Tax Revenue
Non-Tax Revenue
Classify the following as Tax Revenue or Non-Tax Revenue: Buying a used car.
Tax Revenue
Non-Tax Revenue
Classify the following as Tax Revenue or Non-Tax Revenue: A license to hunt.
Non-Tax Revenue
Tax Revenue
Direct Tax
Indirect Tax
Classify the following as Tax Revenue or Non-Tax Revenue: Paying admission to a state park.
Non-Tax Revenue
Tax Revenue
The Georgia motor-fuel tax is highly regulated. The revenue the state earns from this tax can only be used for certain things. Which of these actions can the motor-fuel tax MOST LIKELY be used for?
maintaining parks
building schools
paying teachers
fixing roads
Georgia business owners who do a majority of their business in Georgia pay lower state taxes than Georgia business owners that do most of their business outside of Georgia. This is MOST LIKELY so that
Georgia businesses are encouraged to stay in the state
Georgia businesses are encouraged to expand outside the state
Georgia businesses are discouraged from hiring out-of-state workers
Georgia businesses are discouraged from selling products in Georgia
Which of the following is most likely to happen if businesses in Georgia are given a tax break?
businesses will send their work overseas.
businesses will hire more Georgia citizens.
businesses will make less money in Georgia.
businesses will donate more money to Georgia.
Complete the passage by dragging each term into the appropriate blank. The two highest offices in the executive branch of the Georgia government are the ________ and lieutenant governor.
governor
secretary of state
attorney general
treasurer
The executive branch oversees ________ in the state by funding schools, setting state curriculum guidelines, and working to increase graduation rates throughout the state.
Education
Transportation
Healthcare
Agriculture
According to the Georgia Constitution, what do the State School Superintendent, the Secretary of State, and the Attorney General have in common?
They all fall under the supervision of the Judicial branch.
They all fall under the supervision of the Executive branch.
They are appointed by the General Assembly and serve an unlimited number of terms.
They are appointed by the Legislative Branch and serve fixed terms without reelection.
Exercises broad authority over industrial and occupational safety and administration of labor laws. Helps individuals attain their work goals and increase self-sufficiency through employment, training, comprehensive rehabilitation, and career development. Which executive branch official is described?
Attorney General
Secretary of State
Commissioner of Labor
State School Superintendent
Helps employers meet their business needs through employee recruitment and selection services, workforce information, and technical support. Which executive department is being described by these statements?
the Department of Labor
the Department of Agriculture
the Public Service Commission
the Office of the Secretary of State
What is the purpose of the state Judicial branch of government?
to enforce any and all laws
to interpret laws that are passed
to pass laws made by the governor
to sign bills into law from the legislature
How are Georgia Supreme Court justices, Court of Appeals judges, Superior Court judges, and State Court judges selected for office?
They are appointed by the governor
They are elected by the people
How are judges selected for State courts?
Elected to four year terms (countywide, non-partisan elections)
Appointed by the Governor for life terms
Selected by the State Legislature for six year terms
Chosen by popular vote in national elections
How are judges selected for Juvenile courts?
Appointed by superior court judges to four year terms.
Elected by the public for six year terms.
Appointed by the governor for life tenure.
Selected by a panel of attorneys for two year terms.
How are judges selected for Probate courts?
Elected to 4 year terms (countywide, nonpartisan elections)
Appointed by the Governor for life terms
Selected by the state legislature for 6 year terms
Chosen by popular vote in statewide partisan elections
How are judges selected for Magistrate courts?
Either elected or appointed.
Only elected by the public.
Appointed by the President.
Selected by lottery.
Match the following fact to the correct type of government in Georgia: 'Usually led by a mayor.'
A) Municipal Government
B) County Government
C) Special Purpose District
Match the following fact to the correct type of government in Georgia: 'There are 159 of these in the state.'
A) Municipal Government
B) County Government
C) Special Purpose District
Match the following fact to the correct type of government in Georgia: 'Serve a very specific function. The Georgia Ports Authority is an example.'
A) Municipal Government
B) County Government
C) Special Purpose District
Which is MOST LIKELY a responsibility of a local government in Georgia?
collecting taxes
patrolling state highways
maintaining the constitution
overseeing Georgia's food supply
Local governments generally receive their highest amounts of revenue from
federal government grants.
driver's license fees.
Which of the following is a source of local government revenue?
sales taxes.
income taxes.
property taxes.
excise taxes.
Caren's parents buy a lottery ticket on the way home. This purchase will help fund
HOPE Scholarships.
local business development.
the fight for civil rights.
state Wildlife Action Grants.
