Georgia's Judicial Branch Quiz

What is the primary function of the Judicial Branch?

• To enforce the state's laws

• To interpret the state's laws and ensure they are applied properly

• To create new state laws

• To elect government officials

What makes up the judicial branch of Georgia's government?

• The state's schools

• The state's legislative body

• The state's courts

• The state's executive officials

How many main kinds of courts does Georgia have?

• One

• Two

• Three

• Four

What are the two main kinds of courts in Georgia?

• Trial courts and supreme courts

• Appellate courts and high courts

• Trial courts and appellate courts

• Circuit courts and district courts

How is Georgia's court system organized?

• Into five levels with 2 appellate-level courts and 3 trial-level courts

• Into seven levels with 2 appellate-level courts and 5 trial-level courts

• Into six levels with 1 appellate-level court and 5 trial-level courts

• Into eight levels with 3 appellate-level courts and 5 trial-level courts

What is the primary function of appellate courts?

• To enforce laws

• To look over judgements made by lower courts and handle appeals

• To try cases for the first time

• To prosecute criminal cases

Appellate courts ensure that trials are:

• Conducted quickly

• Fair and in accordance with Georgia's Constitution

• Only for civil cases

• Only for criminal cases

How many types of appellate courts are mentioned in the text?

• One

• Two

• Three

• Four

Which of the following statements is true about appellate courts according to the text?

• They handle cases related to family law exclusively

• They only hear cases appealed from lower courts

• They are responsible for electing judges

• They serve as the first level of the court system

What is the highest court in the state?

• Court of Appeals

• Supreme Court

• State Court

• Superior Court