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Government
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| How many articles are in Georgia's state constitution? | 11 |
| What does the judicial branch determine? | Whether or not laws are constitutional |
| The term separation of powers refers to the designation of certain powers to | each of the three branches of the government |
| According to the system of checks and balances, the judicial branch has the power to declare a law | unconstitutional |
| What is the process by which a person from another country can become an American citizen? | natuarlization |
| How old must person be to vote in Georgia today? | 18 years old |
| Which group by race and gender had the highest participation in the 2000 election in Georgia? | white females |
| What are two parts of Georgia's legislative branch? | senate and house of representatives |
| Which is an example of a permanent legislative committee? | standing |
| What is the correct sequence for a bill to become a law? 1. The bill is assigned to committee. 2. Copies of bills are given to legislature. 3. The governor may sign the bill. 4. The bill is sent to full chamber. | 2-1-4-3 |
| What happens to a bill passed by the legislature if the governor does not veto it, but does not sign it? | The bill becomes a law |
| According to Georgia's constitution how many consecutive years can a lieutenant governor serve in that capacity? | undefined number of years |
| The chief executive officer of the state | governor |
| Which office maintains the state's official records and supervises elections? | Secretary of State |
| Which elected state official controls the administration of state and federal education funds? | state school superintendent |
| When a bill is passed, it is carried by | a messenger to the senate for consideration |
| How many members are of the House of Representatives? | 180 |
| What were the first political parties in the U.S.? | Federalists and Antifederalists |
| Why are third parties important? | They keep one party from becoming too powerful |
| What is the largest branch of government? | The executive branch |