Unit 2 Review

What is the purpose of the preamble section in the Georgia Constitution? (43a)

• Defines the purpose for the existence of the government.

• Define the structure and organizing principles of the government.

• A section where changes can be made to the Constitution in order to fix it.

• A section where rights of citizens are clearly stated so they may be protected.

What is the purpose of the articles section of the Georgia Constitution? (43a)

• Defines the purpose for the existence of the government.

• Define the structure and organizing principles of the government.

• A section where changes can be made to the Constitution in order to fix it.

• A section where rights of citizens are clearly stated so they may be protected.

What is the purpose of the Bill of Rights in the Georgia Constitution? (43a)

• Defines the purpose for the existence of the government.

• Define the structure and organizing principles of the government.

• A section where changes can be made to the Constitution in order to fix it.

• A section where rights of citizens are clearly stated so they may be protected.

Why does the Georgia Constitution split the powers of government among different branches? (43b)

• to allow citizens to easily amend the document

• to make sure the lawmaking process is efficient

• to make it easier for lawmakers to enact new laws

• to prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful

Which of the following is NOT a qualification to vote in the state of Georgia? (43d)

• Must be 18 years old

• Must be a resident of Georgia

• Must own property in Georgia

• Must not be serving a sentence for committing a felony

Xavier is 23 years old. Which of the following is correct regarding Xavier? 44a

• He could run for the Senate but not the House of Representatives.

• He could run for the House of Representatives but not the Senate.

• He could run for both the House of Representatives and the Senate.

• He could run for neither the House of Representatives nor the Senate.

Creating, deliberating, voting on, and passing legislation is a responsibility of.......

• the Governor

• General Assembly

• the Judicial Branch

• the Executive Branch

What is the purpose of a Conference Committee? 44b

• develop a compromise by working with the executive branch.

• have both Senators and Representatives study an issue

• develop a compromise between the Senate and House version of a bill.

• have a permanent committee set up to study bills in a specific subject area.

Which of the following is incorrect for the following statement? A simple majority (51%) is needed to pass a bill through_____________________

• The Supreme Court

• The Senate

• The House of Representatives

• A Standing Committee

Which of the following BEST describes what is required to override the governor’s veto? 44c

• Pass the bill again with 51% majority supporting it.

• Create an interim Committee to study the matter in depth.

• Appeal to the Lieutenant Governor to change the Governor’s mind.

• Pass the bill with 2/3’s (67%) majority in each chamber supporting it.