SS8CG1 Foundations of Government Review | Baamboozle - Baamboozle

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The GA constitution calls for a balanced ___________ but the U.S. constitution does not.

Balanced budget

The Governor's can veto a proposed bill but the General Assembly has the option to over-ride the veto. This is an example of _____

Checks and balances

To vote in GA, you must be a legal reside of the state and ____________ and ___________.

U.S. citizen and 18 or over

government protected rights found in the U.S. Bill of Rights and the Georgia Bill of Rights.

Rights of Citizens

How many constitutions has Georgia had?

Ten

True or False-- The GA constitution can over-ride the U.S. constitution.

False- The federal government does allow for states to make laws good for states as long as it follows the U.S. constitution.

The Georgia state constitution oulines in 3 separate articles the balance of power between ____________.

the 3 branches of state government

To amend the constitution means to __________

change it

What part of the Georgia constitution identifies the fundamental purposes and principles for which the Georgia Constitution stands?

Preamble (first part)

Give the 3 words of the Georgia seal/motto

wisdom, justice, moderation

This is the document that outlines the rights, rules, regulations, and procedures for Georgia’s citizens and government.

Georgia state constitution

Article I of the GA constitution explains these that are guaranteed to GA citizens.

Bill of Rights , individual liberties protected from governmental intrusion

Checks and balances are included in the constitution to ensure that not one branch of the government_________________

has more power, becomes more powerful

How many articles are in the GA constitution?

Eleven

duties that all citizens have; some are mandatory, like paying taxes and serving on juries; others are voluntary, such as voting.

Responsibilities of citizens