Constitutional Comparisons Flashcard

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How is the structure of the Georgia government similar to the government of the United States as outlined in each constitution?

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Powers of government are divided between three branches.

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Which of the following best explains the MAIN purpose of the separation of powers? Options: It makes the state government run more smoothly. It keeps the branches of government working independently. It keeps one branch of government from becoming too powerful. It makes known the differences between the branches of government.

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It keeps one branch of government from becoming too powerful.

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Which of the following would be the BEST title for the list? Checks and Balances, The Amendment Process, Constitutional Amendments, Preamble to the Constitution

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Checks and Balances

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Which of the following makes the BEST title for the outline? Rights Given Only to Registered Voters, Rights Guaranteed by the Georgia Constitution, Liberties Promised by the Constitutions of Most States, Liberties Provided Only by the United States Constitution

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Liberties Provided Only by the United States Constitution

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What is one of the rights of citizens according to the Venn Diagram?

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Life, Liberty, and Property

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Which of the following is a responsibility of citizens as shown in the Venn Diagram? Freedom of Conscience, Can't be banished or whipped, Paying Taxes, You can hunt and fish

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Paying Taxes

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Which of the following is not a responsibility of citizens according to the Venn Diagram?
Paying Taxes,
Serving on juries,
Volunteering,
Life, Liberty, and Property

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Life, Liberty, and Property

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The Pledge of Allegiance to the Georgia Flag contains four principles. Which of the following is NOT one of them?
Wisdom, Justice, Moderation, Equality

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Equality

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Which of these eligibility requirements of the Georgia House of Representatives is different from the requirements of the Georgia State Senate? term length, age requirement, length of residency, location of residency

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age requirement

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What is the term length for all members in the General Assembly?

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2 years