Unit 2B- Local government(NC) Executive Branch
What are the qualifications to be the Governor of NC?
-Have to be at least five year citizen and a resident at NC for at least two years
NC Court of Appeals is comprised of ___ judges
15
How many changes in the NC Constitution?
3 new Constitution
Which article of NC Constitution outlines the executive branch?
Article 3
What are enumerated/delegated powers?
Delegated and enumerated powers are powers established in the U.S. Constitution Article 1, Section 8. These powers are the powers given to Congress. One of the powers given to Congress is the power to borrow money.
T/F: The Lieutenant Governor serves as the president of the state Senate and can vote on all bills just like other members of the Senate.
F: The Lieutenant Governor serves as the president of the state Senate and serves on various commissions and boards.
Who appoints members of the Cabinet?
Governor
Who appoints magistrates?
Senior Resident Superior Court Judge
What is the highest court in NC called?
Supreme Court
Members of the Governor's Cabinet and the Council of State are both responsible for overseeing executive departments. What is the biggest difference between these two groups?
The Cabinet is appointed by governor and NC citizen elected Council of State
What are the powers of the Governor?
The Governor heads the Council of State. Has the veto power
What best describes the term length for the NC Governor?
The Governor serves a four-year term and can only serve for two consecutive terms.
What is a veto?
a constitutional right to reject a decision or proposal made by a law-making body
What is the Council of State?
a group of popularle elected executive offices in NC.
What is reprieve?
an order to delay a person's punishment until a higher court can hear the case.
What are the qualification to be a juror in NC?
citizen of the state and a resident of the country, 18 or older, able to speak and understand the english language physically and mentally, no felony conviction
What are the three divisions of NC General Court Justices/
civil case, juvenile case, criminal case
What is gerrymandering?
manipulate the boundaries so as to favor one party or class.
Does NC Court of Appeals employ a jury ?
no
What is a pardon?
the release of prisoners