Georgia's Judicial Systems Quiz

Georgia's Judicial Systems Quiz

8th Grade

36 Qs

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Georgia's Judicial Systems Quiz

Georgia's Judicial Systems Quiz

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Quiz

Social Studies

8th Grade

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Created by

Tiffany George

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36 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary role of Georgia's Judicial Branch?

To make laws

To enforce laws

To interpret laws

To amend the Constitution

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is a key difference between the juvenile and adult justice systems in Georgia?

Adults are considered innocent until proven guilty, but juveniles are not.

Juveniles have the right to a trial by jury, but adults do not.

Juvenile proceedings are typically more private than adult proceedings.

Adults can be tried for unruly behavior, but juveniles cannot.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In Georgia, civil court cases typically involve:

Violations of criminal law

Disputes between individuals or entities over rights, obligations, or damages

Prosecution of individuals under the age of 18

Appeals of criminal convictions

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following best describes delinquent juvenile behavior?

Behavior that would not be considered a crime if committed by an adult

Behavior that is considered a crime when committed by anyone, regardless of age

Behavior that is only considered a crime when committed by juveniles

Legal behavior that is only frowned upon when performed by juveniles

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Unruly juvenile behavior is defined as:

Actions that are illegal regardless of the perpetrator's age

Actions that are only illegal if performed by adults

Actions that would not be considered offenses if committed by an adult

Actions that are considered highly ethical and moral

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is the first step in the adult criminal justice process in Georgia?

Sentencing

Arrest

Trial

Indictment

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the first step in the juvenile criminal justice process in Georgia?

Detention

Intake

Adjudication

Disposition

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