History of Am.Govt
What is the current form of government in united states?
Republic
What outlines the basic principles of government?
Constitution
The U.S government has how many branches?
3
How old do you have to be to vote?
18 y/o
What political party is Georgia currently under?
Republican
Who are federalist?
People who favored ratification
Has the constitution always guided the country?
No
What are the 3 branches?
Legislative, Executive, Judicial
Which amendment gave women the right to vote?
The 19th amendment, ratified in 1920, gave american women the right to vote.
Name 2 main powers the state government have…
Collect taxes, Build roads, Borrow money, Establish courts, Make and enforce laws etc.
Who makes up congress?
The senate and House of representatives
How is an amendment added to the constitution?
it is proposed by the congress, with a two-thirds majority vote in both houses of representatives
Who heads the executive branch?
President
What are the political parties in the united states dominated by?
Democratic party and Republican party
The various forms of local govt in the cities of ga consists of what 3 forms?
Weak mayor council, Strong mayor council, and council- manager.
What is the declaration of independence?
A very important document adopted by continental congress
What was our country’s first constitution?
Articles Of Confederation
What is another word for legislative branch?
Congress
Which amendment gives citizens the right to vote?
15th amendment
All state governments consist of the three branches and are modeled after what?...
Federal Government
What is law #148 stand for in hammurabi's code?
protecting woman
When was the constitution ratified?
1788
What does the judicial branch consist of?
Supreme Court
The nomination and election process deals with what to main elections?
Primary elections and caucuses
What kind of government system does Georgia have?
Involves a parliamentary representative democratic republic with a multi-party system.