State Government Quiz

Which branch of state government is responsible for making laws?

• legislative branch

• administrative branch

• judicial branch

• executive branch

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

• Governor

• President

• Mayor

• Senator

Which branch of state government interprets the laws and ensures they are applied fairly?

• executive branch

• administrative branch

• judicial branch

• legislative branch

What is the main function of the legislative branch in a state government?

• Make laws

• Execute laws

• Enforce laws

• Interpret laws

Who is responsible for appointing judges in the judicial branch of a state government?

• president

• mayor

• senate

• governor

Which branch of state government is responsible for enforcing laws?

• judicial branch

• executive branch

• military branch

• legislative branch

What is the term length for a state governor in the executive branch?

• six years

• two years

• four years

• eight years

What is the highest court in a state's judicial branch called?

• County Court

• Supreme Court

• Circuit Court

• District Court

What is the minimum age requirement to serve in the legislative branch of a state government?

• 21 years old

• The minimum age requirement varies by state.

• 25 years old

• 18 years old

Who has the power to veto bills passed by the legislative branch in a state government?

• president

• governor

• mayor

• judge