NC State and Local Government (Mr. G.)

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Which term describes the creation of a new town or city by act of the N.C. General Assembly?

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Incorporation

Front

In 1996, who was given the right to veto legislation in North Carolina?

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governor

Front

Which of the following rights is protected in the North Carolina Constitution, but not the United States Constitution? Options: right to bear arms, right to an education, eminent domain, free speech and press

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right to an education

Front

Complete the following relationship:
US Constitution: United States
Charter: ______________ 

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City/town

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The following excerpt describes…
“All political power is vested in and derived from the people; all government of right originates from the people, is founded upon their will only, and is instituted solely for the good of the whole…” Article I, section 2, NC Constitution

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popular sovereignty

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Which action is the responsibility of the Executive Branch of NC’s government? Options: recommend a state budget, Introduce and enact bills that become North Carolina’s general statutes, Appoint representatives to the House and Senate from each of North Carolina’s counties, rule on the constitutionality of state laws

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recommend a state budget

Front

This is a service usually provided by municipalities: Cemetaries

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Cemetaries

Front

Which tax is collected from local merchants? Options: property tax, individual income tax, sales tax, tariffs (import taxes)

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sales tax

Front

What is a general statute?

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a law enacted by the legislature

Front

How many state senators are there in North Carolina?

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50