1. Which is an example of checks and balances? (1 point)
The constitution contains a bill of rights that details the basic rights of the state’s citizens.
The constitution clearly outlines voting requirements and the qualifications for holding public office.
The legislative branch makes laws, the executive branch carries out the law, and the judicial branch interprets the law.
The legislative branch can impeach the chief executive, the executive branch can veto laws, and the judicial branch can rule laws unconstitutional.
2. Which statement best describes why constitutions are needed? (1 point)
Constitutions are needed so that governments don’t get carried away with taxes.
Constitutions are needed because all of the laws have to be written down somewhere.
Constitutions are needed because without a constitution, the government is not legitimate.
Constitutions are needed so people can know their basic rights and how the government will operate.
3. According to Georgia’s constitution, all government originates from (1 point)
the people.
the state’s voters.
the U.S. Constitution.
a written constitution.
4. Voting in national elections is not only a right, but an example of a (1 point)
law.
tort.
legislation.
responsibility
5. The two houses of the Georgia legislature are the (1 point)
Senate and First House Assembly.
Senate and House of Representatives.
Supreme Court and House of Commons.
Assembly and House of Representatives.
Must be atlst 25 years od age . Must be a citizien of the united states
must have lived in georgia for at least two years
The above statements are describing the qualifications to be a
a.Senator
B.governor
c.representative
d.supreme court justive
7.what is the most important duty of member of the georgia general assembly?
a. serving on committees
b. voting on proposed laws
c. listening to interest groups
d. campaingning for re-election
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