What is the job of the judicial branch under the principle of separation of powers?

decide that a law is unconstitutional.

In order for a person to be able to vote in the state of Georgia, he or she must

be a legal resident of the state of GA

How can Congress check the power of the Supreme Court?

Congress may impeach and remove Court judges.

What is the MAIN purpose of a constitution? (for the US and each state)

provide a framework for laws and gov't

What two political parties have been in power the longest in the history of the United States?

Democratic Party and Republican Party

What phrase BEST explains the main purpose of the state political party committee?

to help elect candidates to local and national office

Which is the BEST example of checks and balances?

Congress may override a president’s vetoing of a bill.

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1
What is the job of the judicial branch under the principle of separation of powers?
declare war by law.
enact laws to appoint judges.
decide that a law is unconstitutional.
begin impeachment proceedings against the Executive branch.
2
Which term BEST describes the American political party system?
third-party
multi-party
one-party
two-party
3
In order for a person to be able to vote in the state of Georgia, he or she must
be a property owner
have lived in the country for at least 4 yrs
hold a drivers license
be a legal resident of the state of GA
4
The Governor's vetoing of a bill that the General Assembly approves is an ex. of what principle
representative government
checks and balances
separation of powers
judicial review
5
What does the term "suffrage" mean?
being in pain
to join the military
being free
the right to vote
6
Which section comes FIRST in the constitution? It states the purpose...
Education
Bill of Rights
Executive Branch
Preamble
7
The executive branch
creates laws
enforces laws
interprets laws
8
How can Congress check the power of the Supreme Court?
Congress may declare Court rulings unconstitutional.
Congress may impeach and remove Court judges.
Congress may nominate new judges to the Court.
Congress may veto Court rulings.
9
What is the MAIN purpose of a constitution? (for the US and each state)
explain federal laws and regulations to citizens
determine how local gov'ts will be managed
provide details of all the laws and statutes
provide a framework for laws and gov't
10
The judicial branch
creates laws
enforces laws
interprets laws
11
The President's vetoing of a bill that the Congress approves is an example of
representative government
separation of powers
judicial review
checks and balances
12
When citizens cast votes for President in November, they are participating in a
Primary election
Midterm election
Special Election
General Election
13
The election between candidates of the same party.
the Vice President
the General Election
the Electoral College
the Primary Election
14
What is the process called that allows each branch of gov't to have its own job?
federalism
separation of powers
republicanism
checks and balances
15
What two political parties have been in power the longest in the history of the United States?
Democratic Party and Republican Party
Free Soil Party and Whig Party
Federalist Party and Libertarian Party
Green Party and Liberty Party
16
The 3 principles of the Georgia flag are wisdom, justice, and
courage
bravery
moderation
joy
17
What symbols represent the two major political parties in the U.S.?
elephant and donkey
donkey and tree
lion and tiger
elephant and boat
18
The system established to make sure that no 1 branch of gov't controls the other branches
separation of powers
checks & balances
federalism
republican
19
In Georgia, when no candidate gets a majority of the vote in a Primary Election,
the office stays vacant until the next general election.
the candidate with the most votes takes office.
a runoff election is held.
the governor appoints a candidate.
20
What phrase BEST explains the main purpose of the state political party committee?
to think of ways to limit campaign expenses for candidates
to announce the presidential candidate at the convention
to divide the counties and cities into precincts
to help elect candidates to local and national office
21
For people who don't vote the number 1 excuse is
the lines are too long
they are too busy
they don't like the candidates
my vote doesn't matter
22
Which is the BEST example of checks and balances?
The pres. works to ensure that existing laws are enforced
The Const. may be amended to fit changing circumstances
Congress may override a president’s vetoing of a bill.
The Supreme Court bases its judgments on Constitutional law.
23
The legislative branch
interprets laws
creates laws
enforces laws
24
How many articles does is the Georgia state constitution divided into?
8
11
10
7

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