Unit 5 Milestone Review

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Which of the following best identifies the purpose of the Georgia Constitution? It nullifies the Charter of 1732, It establishes the Georgia Capitol building as the center for the General Assembly for the state, It allows for the amending of the United States Constitution to apply specifically to Georgia., It establishes rights, rules, and procedures for the state of Georgia and its citizens.

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It establishes rights, rules, and procedures for the state of Georgia and its citizens.

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Wisdom, justice, and moderation are the three principles found in which Georgia landmark?

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in the Pledge of Allegiance and on the Georgia flag

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When a citizen of Georgia pays taxes, according to the Georgia Constitution he/she is exhibiting a mandatory

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responsibility

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Drake, a U.S. citizen, is 21 years old and has lived in Georgia for two years. He meets the qualifications to be a member in which chamber(s) of the Georgia General Assembly?

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House of Representative

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Which is the correct example of checks and balances? Options: The General Assembly can appoint state officials, The Governor can deploy the state military to assist in a natural disaster like a hurricane, The executive branch can declare a law unconstitutional, The governor can veto bills

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The governor can veto bills

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Which statements would be the BEST title for the following qualifications?
- At least 30 years old
- Resident of Georgia for six years
- U.S. Citizen for 15 years

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Qualifications for the Governor

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Because the many state agencies and departments fall under its jurisdiction, it is considered the largest branch in the state. Which branch is this statement referring to?

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Executive

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What role of the Judicial Branch is described by the Georgia Supreme Court ensuring that the state’s lower courts determine the meaning of laws in accordance with the expressed intent of the General Assembly?

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Interpret laws

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Which of these is a qualification for voting in Georgia's elections? Pay state taxes, Pass a literacy test, Be born in the state, Be eighteen years old

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Be eighteen years old

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How does the state of Georgia acquire MOST of the money it uses for state government?

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By collecting taxes