Overview
The goal of this assignment is to help you build practical civic knowledge by learning how Georgia’s government functions and how it directly affects your rights, responsibilities, and opportunities as a citizen. You will choose three real-life scenarios from a provided list (or submit your own with approval) and explain which part of Georgia’s government is responsible, what that government official or office can do, and how you would take action (e.g., voting, contacting an official, attending a public meeting).
Please draft your work as an APA paper and include at least 500 words total (not per question). Review the rubric for specific requirements. Use your textbook, the Georgia state government websites, or official agency pages to find accurate information. The goal is not just to know the facts, but to understand how to use them in real situations.
Choose from the following list:
- You want to advocate for changes in public school curriculum.
- Your local road has fallen into disrepair and hasn’t been fixed in years.
- You have questions about registering to vote or voter ID requirements.
- A chemical spill occurs near your neighborhood—who responds?
- You believe your utility rates are unfair and want to raise the issue.
- A new law about firearms in public spaces concerns you—how was it passed, and who voted for it?
- You are interested in pursuing a career in state government or public service.