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government and civics nderstanding
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| How many articles are in Georgia's state constitution? | 11 |
| What was the purpose of the Georgia Constitution? | To make and enforce laws and to collect revenue for Georgia's citizens. |
| What are naturalized citizens? | People who were born in other countries who chose to become American citizens and give up their citizenship in those other countries. |
| How old must a person be to vote in Georgia? | 18 yearsold |
| When is a general election held? | In November in at least every even-numbered year. |
| Which age group had the highest voter turnout in the 2000 general election in Georgia? | Age 60-64 |
| Which group by race and gender had the highest participation in he 2000 election? | White females |
| What is the definition of sovereignty? | The concept that power and authority rest with the citizens. |
| Whats the definition of federalism? | A system where the national,state,and local governments share power over the same land and people. |
| What is it called when a person comes from another country and wants to become an american citizen? | Immigration |
| How long is the term for a member of the GGA? | 2 years |
| Whats an example of a permanent legislative committee? | Standing |
| What are the 2 parts of Georgia's legislative branch? | The Senate and House of Representatives |
| What is a bill? | A proposed law that affects how the state raises or spends money |
| How many rights are included in GA's bill of rights? | 28 |
| Whats are the main purposes of the legislative, executive, and judicial branch? | executive~ veto bills legislative~ impeach officials judicial~ determine whether or not laws are constitutional |
| What financial responsibility does a citizen have toward the government? | paying taxes |
| What are 3 requirements to vote in GA? | You must be at least 18 -A resident of GA and the county you vote in -A citizen of the US |
| What type of legislation must begin in House of Reps? | appropriation bills |
| To which legislative committee are tax bills assigned? | Ways and Means Committee |