Georgia's Constitution Quiz

What does a constitution establish?

• The economic system of a state

• The relationship between a government and its people

• The educational framework for schools

• The official language of a state

What are defined by the state constitution?

• The cultural norms of the state

• The historical landmarks of the state

• The structure and powers of state government

• The state's national anthem

According to the Constitution of the State of Georgia, 1861, what is considered a duty of the government?

• To suspend the writ of Habeas Corpus

• To change the government for light or transient causes

• To protect person and property

• To establish a new government without reasonable assurance that it will be better

What must not be infringed according to the Constitution of the State of Georgia, 1861?

• The right to alter or abolish government

• The right of the people to keep and bear arms

• The right to suspend the writ of Habeas Corpus

• The right to be deprived of life, liberty, or property without due process of law

What cannot be done without due process of law according to the Constitution of the State of Georgia, 1861?

• Changing the forms and administration of government

• Depriving a citizen of life, liberty, or property

• Protecting person and property

• Keeping and bearing arms

On what principles is the Georgia Constitution based?

• The principles of the French Constitution

• The principles of the United States Constitution

• The principles of the Russian Constitution

• The principles of the British Constitution

How many articles follow the preamble in the Georgia Constitution?

• Ten articles

• Eleven articles

• Twelve articles

• Thirteen articles

What is the purpose of Georgia's preamble as described in the image?

• To outline the rules for the state's budget

• To state the purpose of the constitution and give reasons for its existence

• To list the members of the state's government

• To provide a history of the state's formation

According to Georgia's Preamble, what is to be transmitted to posterity?

• The rules and regulations of the state

• The economic status of the state

• The enjoyment of liberty and the well-being of the family

• The detailed history of the state's founders

What is the focus of Article I as listed in the document?

• Voting and Elections

• Bill of Rights

• Education

• Miscellaneous Provisions