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Missouri Constitution Test Review

Missouri's present constitution was adopted in
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The Governor of Missouri:is the chief executive officerIf the governor dies, who becomes governor?Lieutenant GovernorThe highest court in Missouri isThe Supreme CourtWhich court is the starting point for most civil and criminal cases in Missouri?Circuit CourtWhat are some of the services provided by local governments?building and zoning regulations, road construction, recreational facilities.The power given to the cities and towns in Missouri so that they may pass their own local ordinances is called:Home ruleMissouri's GovernorMike ParsonSenate is part of which branch of Government?LegislativeHouse of Representatives is part of which branch of Government?LegislativeWho in the executive branch is the legal officer of the state?Attorney GeneralGeneral elections are always held in even-numbered years on the Tuesday following the first Monday in this monthNovemberA ____________ is defined as a city, village, or town, created to provide services that residents need or desire.municipalityThe Governor is part of which branch of Government?ExecutiveThe Supreme Court is part of which branch of Government?JudicialThe Lieutenant Governor is part of which branch of Government?Executive and LegislativeThe Secretary of State is part of which branch of Government?ExecutiveCircuit Courts are part of which branch of Government?JudicialThis executive department is considered the keeper of the great seal?Secretary of StateName the predominant animal on the great seal.BearWhat is the state bird?Eastern Blue BirdWhat is the state nickname?The Show-Me State, The Cave State, The Gateway to the WestWhat is the state song?Missouri WaltzTrue/False? Missouri became a state in 1821.TrueTrue/False? The Missouri General Assembly cannot be called into special session.False can be called into special session.True/False? The money manager of the state is the Secretary of State.False the state treasurer.True/False? There are 114 counties in Missouri.TrueTrue/False? Public issues that are put on a ballot are called referendums.TrueTrue/False? In some cases, Missouri voters that are 17 years old may vote in general elections.False must be 18 to vote.True/False? The state of Missouri has nine Supreme Court Justices.False has 7.True/False? The governor is the commander-in-chief of the state militia?TrueTrue/False? A governor's term lasts 4 years.TrueTrue/False? In the mayor-council form of government, a hired manager is the chief city officer.False the Mayor is.True/False? The governor must be 40 years of age or older.False 35 years of age.True/False? Both the state and federal government have two houses in the legislative branch.TrueTrue/False? The coining and issuing of money are the duty of state government.False is the duty of the federal government.True/False? The capital of Missouri is Kansas City.False is Jefferson CityTrue/False? The largest item of state spending is for highways.False is for social services.True/False? Both the Missouri Constitution and the United States Constitution have a Bill of Rights.TrueWhat are the duties of the General Assembly?Making laws, approving appointments, & initiate and try impeachment casesWhat are the services provided by local governments?Building and zoning regulations, recreational facilities, and road construction.Has Lawmaking responsibilities. (Missouri Senate, Missouri House of Representatives)BothThe Speaker is the chief officer. (Missouri Senate, Missouri House of Representatives)Missouri House of RepresentativesStart impeachment proceedings. (Missouri Senate, Missouri House of Representatives)Missouri House of RepresentativesTerm is four years. (Missouri Senate, Missouri House of Representatives)Missouri SenateTerm is two years. (Missouri Senate, Missouri House of Representatives)Missouri House of RepresentativesReceive the same salary as the governor. (Missouri House or Missouri Senate?)Neither.Have 34 members and 34 districts. (Missouri Senate, Missouri House of Representatives)Missouri SenateHave 163 members and 163 districts. (Missouri Senate, Missouri House of Representatives)Missouri House of RepresentativesElected by the people. (Missouri Senate, Missouri House of Representatives.)BothDeclares laws unconstitutional. (Missouri Senate, Missouri House of Representatives.)NeitherMakes laws that treat other state's citizens differently than Missouri citizens. (Missouri Senate, Missouri House of Representatives)NeitherAre appointed by the Governor. (Missouri Senate, Missouri House of Representatives)NeitherMust be 30 years of age or older. (Missouri Senate, Missouri House of Representatives)Missouri SenateMeet in Jefferson City Missouri. (Missouri Senate, Missouri House of Representatives)BothAre part of the Missouri Assembly. (Missouri Senate, Missouri House of Representatives)Both.