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unit 2 vocabulary kim chart
k (key idea/vocab word) | i (information/definition) | m (memory clue.)
georgia constitution | the document that outlines the rights, rules, regulations, and procedures for georgias citizens and government.
separation of powers | the constitutional principle that limits the powers vested in one person or branch of government by creating separate branches that have certain powers granted to them
checks & balances | a political system that prevents one branch of government from having too much power, by granting each branch power over the others (ex. executive branch can veto a law passed by the legislative branch or the judicial branch can declare the law unconstitutional)
rights | rights are government - protected rights found in the u.s. bill of rights and the georgia bill of rights, such as freedom of speech, religion and the right to vote
responsibilities | the duties that all citizens have, such as paying taxes, serving on juries, voting
georgia motto | wisdom - applies to the legislative branch and its making of state laws
justice - applies to the just and fair decisions made by the judicial branch
moderation - applies to the use of moderation in administering laws by the executive branch
courage - the government should be courageous in protecting the rights of citizens
voting qualifications | voters must be 18 years old by election day, must be a legal resident of georgia and the county in which a person wants to vote, and must be a citizen the united states
The chart lists key political - related terms in Georgia such as the constitution, separation of powers, checks and balances, rights, responsibilities, the state motto, and voting qualifications along with their definitions. No calculations or deductions are needed.
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| K (Key Idea/Vocab Word) | I (Information/Definition) | M (Memory Clue) |
|---|---|---|
| Separation of Powers | The constitutional principle that limits the powers vested in one person or branch of government by creating separate branches that have certain powers granted to them. | |
| Checks & Balances | A political system that prevents one branch of government from having too much power, by granting each branch power over the others (ex. Executive branch can veto a law passed by the legislative branch or the judicial branch can declare the law unconstitutional). | |
| Rights | Government - protected rights found in the U.S. Bill of Rights and the Georgia Bill of Rights, such as freedom of speech, religion and the right to vote. | |
| Responsibilities | The duties that all citizens have, such as paying taxes, serving on juries, voting. | |
| Georgia Motto | Wisdom - applies to the Legislative branch and its making of state laws. Justice - applies to the just and fair decisions made by the Judicial branch. Moderation - applies to the use of moderation in administering laws by the Executive branch. Courage - the government should be courageous in protecting the rights of citizens. | |
| Voting Qualifications | Voters must be 18 years old by election day, must be a legal resident of Georgia and the county in which a person wants to vote, and must be a citizen of the United States. |