Cobb Courier Quiz: Which Government Does What? Part 1

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The question of which level of government handles what function isn’t always as clear as it sounds.  Sometimes, for instance, there’s local office for a thing that is really being managed by the state or federal government.

This quiz series, “Which Government Does What?” will help sort that out.

This is Part 1 of that series.

The Cobb County Courier Quiz is a regular feature designed to help readers learn more about Cobb County — its history, local government, and the issues shaping daily life here.

Readers who subscribe to the Courier’s email newsletter receive a link to the daily quiz, delivered straight to their inbox along with the day’s top local headlines. 

This quiz is meant to be fun and educational. Looking up answers online or in other sources is encouraged, not discouraged. If you already know the answers, great. If you don’t, that’s the point — the quiz is designed to spark curiosity and help readers better understand the county where they live. Links to source material and background information are provided below each quiz so readers can learn more.

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Have fun!

1.

A Cobb County resident needs to renew a Georgia driver’s license. Which level of government is responsible for providing that service?

2.

A U.S. citizen in Cobb County wants to apply for a passport for international travel. Which level of government is responsible for issuing the passport?

3.

Who is responsible for maintaining city streets, drainage and bridge infrastructure within the City of Marietta?

4.

Which level of government handles countywide functions such as elections in Cobb County, including for residents who live inside cities such as Marietta or Smyrna?

5.

If you live inside the City of Marietta and have a problem involving residential garbage, recycling or yard-waste collection, which government provides those services?


 

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Question 5