Foundation of Government Post Test

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What is the purpose of the conference committee within the Georgia General Assembly?

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To resolve differences in House and Senate similar versions of a bill

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A standing committee in the Georgia General Assembly is a committee that

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is permanent and deals with a specific area of concern.

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Which describes the MAIN purpose of the Georgia Bill of Rights?

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It limits government power in order to protect the civil rights of citizens.

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How do qualifications for members of the Georgia Senate and the Georgia House of Representatives differ?

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The minimum age at which a person is eligible to run for the Georgia House of Representatives is lower than for the Georgia Senate.

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Which BEST describes the legislative branch exercising checks and balances in Georgia's government? Options: The legislature has the power to override a governor's veto with a 2/3 majority vote. , Judges are approved by the legislature before they are appointed., The legislature must work with the executive branch to balance the budget.

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The legislature has the power to override a governor's veto with a 2/3 majority vote.

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What are the TWO objectives of the preamble of the Georgia Constitution?

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to introduce the purpose of the Constitution

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Which government official is responsible for submitting a budget and financial report to the General Assembly for approval?

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the governor

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Which government office can be held if a person meets the following qualifications?

• - Must be at least 25 years old
• - Must be a united States citizen and a citizen of Georgia for at least 2 years
• - Must be a legal resident in the district he or she represents for at least 1 year

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a senator in the General Assembly