State/Local Gov Review

Question 1

The MAIN intent of "motor voter" laws is to

Accepted Answer

increase turnout by allowing people to register at the DMV

Question 2

The County Courthouse in Stone County is located in

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Galena

Question 3

Which of the following is the name for the Missouri State Legislature?

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General Assembly

Question 4

Which of the following is an example of an important power of the Lieutenant Governor?

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Breaks ties on Senate votes

Question 5

Which of the following is a qualification for the office of Missouri State Senator?

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30 years old

Question 6

The Capital of Missouri is...

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Jefferson City

Question 7

What percent of Missouri voters would have to vote in favor of passing a new amendment

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2/3

Question 8

After the House and Senate pass a bill what is the last step, at the state level.

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Governor signs the bill

Question 9

Which of the following would NOT be a part of the Executive Branch?

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City Council

Question 10

The following are TRUE about the similarities between the Federal and State governments EXCEPT

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the Federal Government acquires revenue through sales taxes

Question 11

Which of these actions by the local government would attract the a large number of residents

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funding construction of single-family homes

Question 12

How many Judges are on the State Supreme Court?

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7

Question 13

What does the word “Missouri” mean?

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Town of the large canoes

Question 14

If there is a conflict of different laws passed which takes precedence?

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Federal Laws

Question 15

Who is the current Governor of Missouri

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Eric Greitens

Question 16

If the Governor and Lieutenant Governor are unable to serve as, who is next in line?

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President Pro Tempore

Question 17

Law requires that people must wear a helmet when riding on a motorcycle. What is the purpose?

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to protect motorcycle riders from possible injuries

Question 18

Which of the following is NOT a power given to the office of governor?

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Commander-in-chief of US army

Question 19

Missouri wants the Fed Gov to help pay for a highway. What kind of power is this demonstrating?

Accepted Answer

Concurrent Powers

Question 20

How long can the Governor serve for in office?

Accepted Answer

2 Terms 4 years each

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