SS8CG3 Analyze the role of the executive branch in Georgia state government. a. Explain the qualifications for the governor and lieutenant governor and their role in the executive branch of state government. b. Describe how the executive branch fulfills its role through state agencies that administer programs and enforce laws.
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- Q1What are the qualifications for becoming the governor of Georgia?Must be at least 35 years old, a U.S. citizen for 10 years, and a resident of Georgia for 5 years.Must be at least 25 years old, a U.S. citizen for 7 years, and a resident of Georgia for 4 years.Must be at least 30 years old, a U.S. citizen for 15 years, and a resident of Georgia for 6 years.Must be at least 40 years old, a U.S. citizen for 20 years, and a resident of Georgia for 10 years.30sSS8CG3
- Q2What is the role of the lieutenant governor in the executive branch of Georgia state government?The lieutenant governor serves as the president of the Georgia Senate and assumes the role of governor if the governor is unable to fulfill their duties.The lieutenant governor is responsible for overseeing the judicial branch in Georgia.The lieutenant governor is in charge of managing state agencies and enforcing laws in Georgia.The lieutenant governor is responsible for creating and implementing state policies.30sSS8CG3
- Q3How does the executive branch fulfill its role through state agencies in Georgia state government?By serving as the legislative branch and making laws.By creating and implementing state policies.By overseeing the judicial branch and ensuring the enforcement of laws.By administering programs and enforcing laws through state agencies.30sSS8CG3
- Q4What is the term length for the governor of Georgia?4 years, with a maximum of two consecutive terms6 years8 years4 years30sSS8CG3
- Q5What is the primary role of the executive branch in Georgia state government?Appointing judges to the state's judicial branch.Enforcing and implementing laws in the state.Managing the state budget and finances.Creating and passing laws in the state.30sSS8CG3
- Q6Which of the following is a responsibility of the executive branch in Georgia state government?Overseeing the judicial branch.Interpreting laws.Creating and passing laws.Administering state programs.30sSS8CG3
- Q7How does the executive branch in Georgia state government contribute to the enforcement of laws?By interpreting laws in legal cases.By appointing and overseeing state agencies that enforce laws.By creating new laws and policies.By serving as the judicial branch in the state.30sSS8CG3
- Q8Who is the current governor of Georgia?Nathan DealRoy BarnesSonny PerdueBrian Kemp30sSS8CG3
- Q9Which of the following is a qualification for becoming the lieutenant governor of Georgia?Must have previously served as a state legislator.Must be at least 21 years old.Must be a natural-born citizen of Georgia.Must be a U.S. citizen for at least 15 years.30sSS8CG3
- Q10
What is the role of the Lieutenant Governor in the executive branch?
To serve as the head of the state's judiciary
To preside over the state Senate and break tie votes
To oversee the state's education system
To represent Georgia in international affairs
30sSS8CG3 - Q11
Who appoints the leaders of the executive departments in GA?
governor
speaker of the house
lieutenant governor
president pro tempore
30sSS8CG3 - Q12
Which elected officer in the executive branch is the state's chief legal officer?
Secretary of State
Secretary of Agriculture
Attorney General
Insurance Commissioner
30sSS8CG3 - Q13
What are the minimum residency requirements for Georgia's governor and lieutenant governor?
U.S. citizen for 15 years, GA resident for 6 years
U.S. citizen for 15 years, GA resident for 2 years
U.S. citizen for 10 years, GA resident for 6 years
U.S. citizen for 20 years, GA resident for 10 years
30sSS8CG3 - Q14
When each branch has distinct powers that cannot be taken away by the others this is known as
Judicial Review
Veto Power
Separation of Powers
checks and balances
30sSS8CG1 - Q15
When the governor vetoes a bill, it is an example of ________.
veto power
checks and balances
Judicial Review
Separation of Powers
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