Understanding State Governments

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What is the main lawmaking body in a state government called?

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State Legislature

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Who is typically the head of the executive branch in a state government?

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Governor

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What is the highest court in most state judicial systems?

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State Supreme Court

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Which of the following is a responsibility of state governments? Printing money, Running public schools, Declaring war, Negotiating treaties

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Running public schools

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What is the first step in the state legislative process for making a new law?

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A bill is introduced

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Which official is responsible for overseeing state elections?

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Secretary of State

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Which court would most likely hear a case involving a violation of state law? Options: Federal Court, State Trial Court, U.S. Supreme Court, International Court

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State Trial Court

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Which of the following is NOT a typical responsibility of state governments? Issuing driver’s licenses, Maintaining highways, Printing national currency, Regulating state businesses

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Printing national currency

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If a bill passes both houses of the state legislature, what must happen before it becomes law?

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The governor must sign it

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Explain the role of a state governor in the lawmaking process.

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The governor can sign or veto bills passed by the legislature.