Constitutions
What are the 3 branches of government?
Legislative, Executive & Judicial
What are the responsibilities of a U.S. citizen?
Voting, Serving Jury Duty & Paying taxes
Who is the head of the Department of Education in the state of Georgia?
State School Superintendent
Murder, Theft, Assault, Battery, Domestic Violence, Vandalism, Arson
What two hemispheres is Georgia located in?
Northern & Western hemispheres
How does each branch of government function?
Legislative: make laws
Executive: enforce laws
Judicial: interpret laws
Why do citizens serve on juries?
To keep juries fair and just
What is Georgia’s primary source of revenue?
Income taxes
Give an example of civil law.
Divorce, Child custody, contracts, personal injury, intellectual property, property and money disuputes
What continent is Georgia located in?
North America
What is another name for the Georgia General Assembly?
Legislative Branch
What are the requirements to vote in a Georgia election?
17.5 years old
U.S. citizen
Georgia resident
Registered to vote
In Georgia, which level of the court system has the ultimate authority?
Supreme Court
How does the judicial branch check the power of the other branches?
Determines if a law is unconstitutional or not
Defining the law, ensuring justice
Makes sure the governor or General Assembly is not passing any unjust laws
What states surround Georgia?
Tennessee, Alabama, Florida, North Carolina & South Carolina
List 3 differences between the Georgia Constitution and the U.S. Constitution.
Voters vote for Supreme Court judges in Georgia
Governor runs the state & has to be 30 years old
GA's is longer
GA Bill of Rights: Life, Liberty, and Property
U.S. Bill of Rights: Life, Liberty, and Pursuit of Happiness
How is citizenship related to voting?
Only citizens can vote
Daily Double
Which of these is a constitutional duty of the Lieutenant Governor of the State of Georgia?
Daily Double
Preside over the Senate
What ensures that all citizens are treated fairly under the law?
Due Process
What region of the United States is Georgia in?
Southeastern region
If a bill has been approved by both the House of Representatives and the Senate in the General Assembly, what is the final course of action before it becomes a law?
Governor approves or vetoes law
What is the Georgia Pledge of Allegiance?
I pledge allegiance to the Georgia flag, and the principles for which it stands: wisdom, justice, moderation & courage.
What does “due process” mean?
Person has a right to defend themselves in a fair trial
Daily Double
If found guilty, must the defendant commit to the judge's ruling and sentencing?
Daily Double
No, the defendant can appeal
What TWO rivers serve as state boundaries for Georgia?
Chattahoochee & Savannah Rivers