SS8CG1 UNIT TEST Review

When asked to recite the Pledge of Allegiance to the Georgia Flag, Olivia stood in front of the class and stated: "I pledge allegiance to the Georgia flag and to the principles our leaders represent; Wisdom, Justice, and Moderation." What is incorrect about Olivia's recitation of the pledge?

• Wisdom, justice, and moderation are the

  principles for which the flag stands.

• Wisdom, justice, and moderation are the

  characteristics of an ideal citizen.

• The principles Georgia's leaders represent are

  liberty, justice, and freedom.

• The principles Georgia's leaders represent are

  liberty, equality, and respect.

Who is NOT eligible to vote in Georgia?

• a citizen of Georgia who is in jail for a felony

  conviction

• a citizen of Georgia who has not voted in over

  thirty years

• a citizen of Georgia who has only lived in

  Georgia for two years

• a citizen of Georgia who currently works for the

  state government

A Georgia state lawmaker is deciding whether to support a bill. He researches as much as he can about the potential effects of the proposed law as well as similar laws passed in other states. He makes sure that he is as informed as possible before casting his vote. - Which Principal of the Georgia Flag is the lawmaker demonstrating in this scenario?

• Moderation

• Justice

• Wisdom

• Liberty

● You must be a citizen of the United

States

● You must be a legal resident of Georgia

● You must be at least 18 years old

Which of the following makes the BEST title for

the outline above?

• Voting Qualifications in Georgia

• Jury Duty Criteria in the United States

• Property-owning Requirements in Georgia

• United States Tax Eligibility Rules

Which of the following terms are NOT found

on the Georgia flag?

• Justice

• Moderation

• Wisdom

• Pursuit of Happiness

Why is voting considered both a right and responsibility of citizens under Georgia's

constitution?

• Voting ensures that government leaders abide

  by the state and national constitutions.

• Voting helps the government keep track of how

  many citizens it has and where services are

  needed.

• Voting is required by law and following state and

  local laws is a responsibility of citizens.

• Voting allows people to voice their opinions and helps the government respond to changing situations.

● Freedom of Speech

● Freedom of Religion

● Freedom of the Press

● Right to keep and bear arms

● Right to a speedy, fair, and public trial

Which of the following makes the BEST title for the outline above?

• Liberties Provided Only by the US Constitution

• Liberties Promised by the Constitutions of Most States

• Rights Guaranteed by the US Constitution and

  State Constitutions

• Rights Granted Only to Georgia State Citizens

What financial responsibility does a citizen have towards the government?

• Paying taxes

• Paying Debt

• Buying on Credit

• Political contribution

The branches of the Georgia state government each play different roles in the lawmaking process, with no branch able to enact and enforce a law without the cooperation of the others. These relationships BEST illustrate which

principle?

• Popular Sovereignty

• Federalism

• Republicanism

• separation of powers

The first paragraph of the constitution that outlines the purpose of the constitution/government is called...

• preamble

• articles

• amendments

• bill of rights