Missouri Constitution
How is power structured for the Missouri Executive Branch? a. It is a hierarchy b. It is bicameral c. It is unicameral d. It is patronage
A
Identify whether this statement is an example of initiative or referendum: "When the people place a change in the state law on the ballot for a vote." a. Initiative b. Referendum
A
Identify whether this statement is an example of initiative or referendum: "When the people put an amendment to the state constitution on the ballot for a vote." a. Initiative b. Referendum
A
In April, if an F5 tornado hit Liberty, Missouri destroying 50 homes and killing 10 people, what would be the Governor's role in this situation? a. Call special session of the General Assembly b. Call out the state militia c. Appoint a new coordinator to handle the response and grant aid d. Grant a reprieve for families affected
A
What is one similarity between the US Executive Branch and the Executive Branch of Missouri? a. Both the president and the Governor serve 4 year terms b. Both the president and the Governor have to be native born citizens to run for the office c. Both the Federal and Missouri Executive Branches employ millions of people d. Both the President and the Governor can declare war
A
What is the length of term for a state representative? a. 2 years b. 4 years c. 6 years d. 5 years
A
What is the term limit for Missouri Governor? a. 2 terms b. 4 terms c. 3 terms d. There is no term limit for Missouri Governor
A
What is the term limit for a state senator? a. 2 terms b. 4 terms c. 6 terms d. no limit
A
Which Executive Branch official represents Missouri in a national meeting about jobs? a. Governor b. Auditor c. Secretary of State d. Treasurer e. Attorney General
A
Which Executive Branch official would declare a state of emergency after a tornado hits a town? a. Governor b. Auditor c. Secretary of State d. Treasurer e. Attorney General
A
Which Missouri Circuit Court would handle a divorce case? a. Juvenile and family division b. Associate division c. Municipal division d. Probate division
A
Which Missouri circuit court would handle cases dealing with a person's property once they pass away? a. Juvenile and family division b. Associate division c. Municipal division d. Probate division
A
Which Missouri circuit court would handle cases involving child abuse and neglect? a. Juvenile and family division b. Associate division c. Municipal division d. Probate division
A
Which executive branch official can call special session of the General Assembly? a. Governor b. Auditor c. Secretary of State d. Treasurer e. Attorney General
A
Which of the following in NOT a similarity between the United States legislative branch and the legislative branch of Missouri? a. It is bicameral. b. The members of the house are elected from single member districts. c. The leader of the house is the "speaker" and the leader of the Senate is the "president". d. The members of the Senate are elected from single member districts
A
Which of the following in NOT one of the appellate court districts in Missouri a. Northern District b. Southern District c. Eastern District d. Western District
A
Which of the following is NOT a part of the Missouri Circuit Court Plan? a. A non-partisan commission selects three candidates for the governor to review and select from b. The Senate confirms the governor's choice c. People apply to be judges when a position becomes vacant d. The governor chooses 1 candidate to fill the position e. The chosen judge serves for one year before the citizens of Missouri vote to confirm or deny their ability to serve for the next 12 years
A
Which term refers to when the people either place an amendment to the state constitution or a change in state law on the ballot for a vote? a. Initiative b. Petition c. Referendum d. The people cannot do this in the State of Missouri
A
How many house districts are there in the state of Missouri? a. 100 b. 163 c. 34 d. 435
B
Identify whether this statement is an example of initiative or referendum: "When the legislature places a Constitutional amendment on the ballot for approval by the people." a. Initiative b. Referendum
B
Identify whether this statement is an example of initiative or referendum: "When the legislature places a new law on the ballot for approval by the people instead of sending it to the governor." a. Initiative b. Referendum
B
Identify whether this statement is an example of initiative or referendum: "When the people demand to vote on a law approved by the legislature." a. Initiative b. Referendum
B
What are the Constitutional Requirements to be a representative in Missouri? a.) 30 years old, a voter for 2 years, district resident for 1 year b.) 24 years old, a voter for 2 years, district resident for 1 year c.) 24 years old, a voter for 3 years, district resident for 1 year d.) 30 years old, a voter for 3 years, district resident for 1 year
B
What is the legislative branch of Missouri called? a. Congress b. General Assembly c. Parliament d. General Congress
B
What is the length of term for Missouri Governor? a. 2 years b. 4 years c. 6 years d. 8 years
B
What is the main purpose of the Missouri Executive Branch? a. To make law b. To carry out law c. To interpret law d. To veto law
B
What is the purpose of the Missouri Court Plan? a. It is the plan for how cases can be appealed in Missouri. b. It is the plan for how we select justices to Missouri Courts when there is a vacancy. c. It is the plan for how cases move through the court structure. d. It is the plan for how new courts are created when the need arises in Missouri's criminal justice system.
B
What is the term length for a State Representative? a. 2 terms b. 4 terms c. 6 terms d. no limit
B
What is the term length for a State Senator? a. 2 years b. 4 years c. 6 years d. 5 years
B
Which Executive Branch official would be responsible for having a tattoo parlor's license on file? a. Governor b. Auditor c. Secretary of State d. Treasurer e. Attorney General
B
Which Executive Branch official would contact Liberty School District if they spent money on things the state didn't approve? a. Governor b. Auditor c. Secretary of State d. Treasurer e. Attorney General
B
Which of the following in NOT a similarity between the United States executive branch and the executive branch of Missouri? a. It is bicameral b. The president and the governor can sign legislation c. Both have a hierarchal structure that it is shaped like a pyramid d. Both have power to call legislature back in to session in event of emergency.
B
Which of the following is NOT one of the Missouri Circuit Court Divisions? a. Juvenile and Family b. Magistrate c. Probate d. Associate e. Municipal
B
How many Senate districts are there in the state of Missouri? a. 100 b. 163 c. 34 d. 435
C
How many Supreme Court justices are there in Missouri? a. One b. Five c. Seven d. Nine
C
If a student riot breaks out at the University of Missouri because 12,000 students won't leave the stadium after the football team beats Alabama on overtime, what could be the Governor's role? a. Call special session of the General Assembly b. Call out the state militia c. Appoint a new coordinator to handle the response and grant aid d. Declare a state of emergency and request funding from the federal government
C
In November, a major ice storm strikes Kansas City Metro causing significant damage to homes and vehicles, causing the need for special funding for assistance to those affected. What power would the Governor exercise in this situation? a. Call special session of the General Assembly b. Call out the state militia c. Appoint a new coordinator to handle the response and grant aid d. Declare a state of emergency and request funding from the federal government
C
What is the term for a Missouri Supreme Court Justice? a. 4 years b. 10 years c. 12 years d. There is no "term", justices serve for life(until they die or retire)
C
Which Missouri circuit court would handle traffic violations and city ordinance violations? a. Juvenile and family division b. Associate division c. Municipal division d. Probate division
C
Which of the following in NOT one of the qualifications to be Governor of Missouri? a. 30 years old b. citizen for 15 years c. Resident of Missouri for 14 years d. Resident of Missouri for 10 years
C
Which term refers to when the legislature places a constitutional amendment, a new law or a change to an existing law on the ballot for a vote? a. Initiative b. Petition c. Referendum d. The legislature doe not have the ability to do this in the state of Missouri
C
Which of the following are the correct qualifications to be a Missouri Supreme Court Justices? a. Voter for 9 years b. Citizen for 14 years c. Licensed lawyer in Missouri d. 35 years old e. 30 years old f. Citizen for 15 years g. Voter for 10 years
CEF
Some would say that the Executive Branch of Missouri is more democratic than the Federal Executive Branch. Which of the following would be a reason why? a. Missouri citizens can call special elections if the Governor becomes unpopular, we cannot do that for President. b. In Missouri, we place term limits on our Governor. The President has no term limits. c. In Missouri, the Governor doesn't pass or veto laws, the people do. d. Missouri citizens elect all of the Executive Branch officers, instead of them being appointed like at a federal level.
D
What are the Constitutional requirements to be a senator in Missouri? a. 30 years old, voter for 2 years, district resident for 1 year b. 24 years old, voter for 2 years, district resident for 1 year c. 24 years old, voter for 3 years, district resident for 1 year d. 30 years old, voter for 3 years, district resident for 1 year
D
What is one difference between the US Executive Branch and the Executive Branch of Missouri? a. The president has a longer term than the governor. b. The federal executive branch is a bureaucracy, the Missouri executive branch is not. c. The president can grant pardons and reprieves, the governor of Missouri cannot. d. Federal Executive Branch officers are chosen by the President but we elect the Executive officers of Missouri
D
What is the term limit for a judge in Missouri? a. 2 terms b. 4 terms c. There are no term limits for a Missouri judge. d. All judges must retire at the age of 70.
D
When, during a typical year is the General Assembly in session? a. From January through June b. From June through November c. From January through November (with breaks throughout) d. From January through May
D
Which Missouri circuit court would handle misdemeanor cases and lawsuits involving amounts of no more than $15,000? a. Juvenile and family division b. Associate division c. Municipal division d. Probate division
D
Which court is the trial court of the state? a. Municipal court b. Supreme Court c. Appeals Court d. Circuit Court
D
Which executive branch official would know how much Missouri made off of tobacco excise tax in 2009? a. Governor b. Auditor c. Secretary of State d. Treasurer e. Attorney General
D
Which of the following is NOT a state court? a. Court of Appeals b. Circuit Court c. Supreme Court d. All are state courts
D
Which of the following is a similarity between the US Supreme Court and the Supreme Court of Missouri? a. Both have 9 justices on the court. b. The Governor appoints the justices to the Supreme Court , just like the President does for the US Supreme Court. c. Judges at both levels have to be 30 years old or older to be eligible for the position. d. Both courts hear cases appealed to them from the lower courts in their jurisdiction.
D
Which Executive Branch official collects election results? a. Governor b. Auditor c. Secretary of State d. Treasurer e. Attorney General
E
Which Executive Branch official represents the state of Missouri in a criminal case? a. Governor b. Auditor c. Secretary of State d. Treasurer e. Attorney General
E
Which Executive Branch official would be responsible for informing Missourians of the meaning of a new texting and driving law? a. Governor b. Auditor c. Secretary of State d. Treasurer e. Attorney General
E
Explain how the practice of referendum is a form of direct democracy:
Referendum allows people to put laws that passed in legislature on the ballot so voters can decide to keep or get rid of it.
Explain how the practice of initiative is a form of direct democracy:
The initiative is a way for people to propose a new statute or constitutional amendment.