Georgia's Geography
and Transportation
and Transportation
What are Georgia's 5 regions and which region has over half of Georgia's population?
Appalachian Plateau, Ridge and Valley, Blue Ridge Mountains, Piedmont, and Coastal Plains
Piedmont
How is profit an incentive for entrepreneurs?
It gives financial rewards?
What is it called when each branch of government has the power to check the power of other branches?
Checks and Balances
Which kind of Act are the following examples of?
theft, assault, destruction of property, drug possession, rape, murder
Delinquent Act
Gwinnett County Schools is an example of which local government?
Special-Purpose District Government
How do the 4 transportation systems work together and provide jobs for Georgians?
They are connected, fast, efficient and provides transportation because of the demand for specialized jobs.
What is the common factor among Coca Cola, Kia, and Gainesville poultry plant?
They are all manufacturing industries that impact Georgia by providing money and jobs to Georgia.
What is it called when Georgia maintains three different branches of government in order to keep any one branch from exercising the distinct functions of another?
Separation of Powers
Which type of act is the example below?
Truancy
Unruly Act
Which local government provides several services like: courts of law, parks, elections, build/repair roads, welfare programs, libraries, fire protection and public transportation?
County
Which region has the city that is called the "Carpet Capital In the World"?
Ridge and Valley
Which industry is an industry of growing economic importance to Georgia and helps support many other industries in the state?
Film and Television production (Entertainment Industry)
Fill in the blank for the qualifications for General Assembly members.
Both representatives must be US citizens, and Georgia residents for ___years, and legal residents of their districts for ___ year.
To serve in the Georgia House of Representatives you must be ____years old and to serve in the senate you must be ___ years old.
2 and 1 year.
21 and 25
Which right is missing from the juvenile's list of rights?
1. Right to have a parent or guardian present before questioning.
2. Right not to have their names or photographs made public.
3. The right to not self-incriminate.
4. The right not to be placed with adult offenders.
The right to two phone calls.
What is the purpose of Special-Purpose District Governments?
To benefit the well-being of the people.
What is a major difference between the Appalachian Plateau and the Coastal Plains.
The Appalachian Plateau is very small and the Coastal Plains is the largest region.
What are these examples of?
provide a cushion for emergencies, planning for retirement, lowers stress level, ability to pursue opportunities, pay for education, make large purchases
Benefits of Saving
What is the major difference in the Georgia constitution and the U.S. constitution?
The Georgia Constitution is significantly longer and more detailed than the U.S. constitution.
Which step in the Juvenile Justice System involves a judge ruling on the juvenile's punishment.
Sentencing
Name two sources of revenue (money) for local government.
1. Property Tax (Ad Valorem)
2. Sales Tax
3. Franchise Tax
4. Excise Tax
5. Regulatory Fees
6. Non-tax sources
DOUBLE JEOPARDY
What are Georgia's Six Physical Features and explain their importance.
Fall Line-natural stopping point because of water and cities were developed and now give jobs
Appalachian Mountains-provides precipitation and tourism
Okefenokee Swamp- 2nd largest freshwater swamp and tourism
Barrier Islands -reduce damage on the mainland from wind and erosion
Savannah River-source of water, food, international trade, and transportation
Chattahoochee River-location for many towns and industries, recreation, agriculture, transportation, hydroelectric power, and drinking water
Which industry has a $59 billion impact on Georgia's economy, $3billion in tax contributions, brings in over 102 million visitors to Georgia, and increases the hotel industry?
Tourism Industry
Name steps 1 and 6 in Georgia's Lawmaking Process.
1. A legislator has an idea
2. A bill is formally introduced.
3. The bill is considered by a standing committee.
4. Legislators debate on the bill.
5. If a bill is approved, it is sent to the other house.
6. If a bill is accepted by both houses, it is sent to the governor for approval.
Name steps 1 and 7 in the Juvenile Justice System.
1.Intake Officer 2.Release or Detention 3.Informal Adjustment 4.Formal Adjudicatory Hearing 5. Disposition Hearing 6.Sentencing 7.Appeal
Explain the purpose of city government.
City government provide necessary services such as police and fire protection, schools, taxes, streets and water service.