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What is the main purpose of the Georgia Constitution?
What is the main purpose of the Georgia Constitution?
- To regulate state commerce
- To outline the principles of the Georgia Flag
- To explain how the government is supposed to operate (correct)
- To establish the state's economy
Which of the following is NOT included in the basic structure of the Georgia Constitution?
Which of the following is NOT included in the basic structure of the Georgia Constitution?
- Bill of Rights
- Preamble
- Articles
- Supreme Law of Georgia (correct)
What year was the current Georgia Constitution approved by citizens?
What year was the current Georgia Constitution approved by citizens?
- 1983 (correct)
- 1990
- 1877
- 1977
How many articles are in the Georgia Constitution?
How many articles are in the Georgia Constitution?
What is the Bill of Rights in the Georgia Constitution primarily intended to do?
What is the Bill of Rights in the Georgia Constitution primarily intended to do?
Which principle is NOT identified in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Georgia Flag?
Which principle is NOT identified in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Georgia Flag?
Which part of the Georgia Constitution includes detailed rules and procedures for the government?
Which part of the Georgia Constitution includes detailed rules and procedures for the government?
What significant change did the 1983 Constitution introduce compared to the previous one from 1877?
What significant change did the 1983 Constitution introduce compared to the previous one from 1877?
What must Georgia's Constitution do in relation to the U.S. Constitution?
What must Georgia's Constitution do in relation to the U.S. Constitution?
Which comparison is true regarding the voting system for judges in Georgia versus the federal government?
Which comparison is true regarding the voting system for judges in Georgia versus the federal government?
How does Georgia's amendment process differ from the U.S. Constitution?
How does Georgia's amendment process differ from the U.S. Constitution?
Which of the following powers does the Georgia Governor have that differs from the U.S. President?
Which of the following powers does the Georgia Governor have that differs from the U.S. President?
What is a characteristic of the legislative branches of both Georgia and the federal government?
What is a characteristic of the legislative branches of both Georgia and the federal government?
What restriction exists in the Georgia Constitution that does not apply to the U.S. Constitution?
What restriction exists in the Georgia Constitution that does not apply to the U.S. Constitution?
Which article in the Georgia Constitution covers the executive branch?
Which article in the Georgia Constitution covers the executive branch?
What are the terms of state legislators in Georgia as compared to U.S. Senators?
What are the terms of state legislators in Georgia as compared to U.S. Senators?
Flashcards
What is the Preamble of the Georgia Constitution?
What is the Preamble of the Georgia Constitution?
The introductory part of the Georgia Constitution that explains its main goals and principles.
What is the Bill of Rights in the Georgia Constitution?
What is the Bill of Rights in the Georgia Constitution?
A section of the Georgia Constitution that lists basic individual freedoms that the government cannot take away.
What are the Articles in the Georgia Constitution?
What are the Articles in the Georgia Constitution?
The main body of the Georgia Constitution, divided into 11 sections, outlining the rules, rights, and procedures for both citizens and the government.
What are Amendments to the Georgia Constitution?
What are Amendments to the Georgia Constitution?
Changes or additions made to the Georgia Constitution after its initial adoption. They can modify or update existing sections.
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What is Separation of Powers?
What is Separation of Powers?
The principle that government power is divided among three branches: the legislative (makes laws), executive (enforces laws), and judicial (interprets laws).
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What are Checks and Balances?
What are Checks and Balances?
The system where each branch of government has the ability to limit the power of the other branches, ensuring no one branch becomes too dominant.
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What are the Rights of Citizens in Georgia?
What are the Rights of Citizens in Georgia?
The Georgia Constitution outlines the rights of citizens, such as the right to vote, freedom of speech, and freedom of religion.
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What are the Responsibilities of Citizens in Georgia?
What are the Responsibilities of Citizens in Georgia?
Citizens have responsibilities to follow the laws, participate in government, and contribute to society.
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What is the basic structure of the Georgia state constitution?
What is the basic structure of the Georgia state constitution?
The foundation of the Georgia government outlining its structure, functions, and rights of citizens.
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Bill of Rights
Bill of Rights
A set of fundamental rights and freedoms guaranteed to citizens.
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How are amendments made to the Georgia Constitution?
How are amendments made to the Georgia Constitution?
The process by which the Georgia Constitution can be changed.
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Georgia General Assembly
Georgia General Assembly
The legislative branch of the Georgia government, responsible for making laws.
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Georgia Executive Branch
Georgia Executive Branch
The executive branch of the Georgia government, headed by the Governor, responsible for implementing laws.
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Georgia Judicial Branch
Georgia Judicial Branch
The judicial branch of the Georgia government, responsible for interpreting laws and administering justice.
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Balanced Budget Requirement
Balanced Budget Requirement
The Georgia Constitution requires a balanced budget, meaning the state cannot spend more than it earns.
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Line-item Veto Power
Line-item Veto Power
The Georgia Governor has the power to strike specific items from a spending bill, unlike the US President.
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Georgia State Government
- Georgia's current constitution was written in 1977 and approved by citizens in 1983.
- This was the most extensive rewrite since 1877.
- The goal was to create a constitution that was clearer, more flexible, and concise.
- The constitution includes a preamble, a bill of rights, 11 articles, and amendments.
Georgia Standard of Excellence - SS8CG1
- a. Explain the basic structure of the Georgia state constitution (preamble, bill of rights, articles, and amendments) and its relationship to the United States Constitution.
- b. Explain separation of powers and checks and balances among Georgia's three branches of government.
- c. Describe the rights and responsibilities of citizens according to the Georgia Constitution.
- d. List voting qualifications in Georgia.
- e. Identify wisdom, justice, and moderation as the three principles in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Georgia Flag.
Learning Target
- The learning target for this learning session is to understand the establishment of Georgia's government.
Purpose of the Georgia Constitution
- The Georgia constitution establishes the framework for state government operations.
- It outlines the laws, government offices, and rights and responsibilities of Georgia citizens.
- The document is similar to the United States Constitution in this respect.
Structure of Georgia's Constitution
- The preamble outlines the fundamental principles and purposes of the constitution.
- Article I contains the bill of rights, enumerating individual liberties.
- Eleven articles make up the bulk of the constitution, detailing rights, rules, regulations, and procedures for citizens and the state government.
Georgia's Government - Structure
- Article I: Bill of Rights
- Article II: Voting and Elections
- Article III: Legislative Branch
- Article IV: Constitutional Boards and Commissions
- Article V: Executive Branch
- Article VI: Judicial Branch
- Article VII: Taxation and Finance
- Article VIII: Education
- Article IX: Counties and Municipal Corporations
- Article X: Amendments to the Constitution
- Article XI: Miscellaneous Provisions
State Constitution vs. US Constitution - Similarities
- Both constitutions contain a bill of rights.
- Both adopt the concept of separation of powers with legislative, executive, and judicial branches.
- Executive leaders in both have powers to appoint officials and veto bills.
- Both legislative branches (state and federal) are bicameral (Senate and House).
- Both governments allow judicial review.
State Constitution vs. US Constitution - Differences
- Georgia's Constitution is longer with detailed policies.
- Georgia voters must approve constitutional amendments, whereas there is no comparable process in the U.S.
- Georgia's Constitution mandates a balanced state budget; the U.S. Constitution does not.
- Georgia's Governor has line-item veto power, unlike the U.S. President.
- Other differences include how judges are selected, terms of legislators, and structure of the executive branch.
Additional Notes
- Georgia's constitution is a living document, used daily in government decisions.
- The constitution guides the structure of local government.
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