Maryland's State Government Quiz

What is the role of the legislative branch in Maryland's state government?

• Makes the law

• Carries out the laws

• Interprets the law

• Advises the President

Who is in charge of Maryland's executive branch?

• The President

• The Governor

• The Mayor

• The Supreme Court

Which court in Maryland hears cases where more serious crimes have been committed?

• Court of Appeals

• Circuit Court

• Court of Special Appeals

• District Court

What is the highest court in Maryland?

• Supreme Court

• Court of Appeals

• Circuit Court

• District Court

What is the term for the amount of time an elected official spends in office?

• Budget

• Constitution

• Term

• Right

Who introduces a bill before the governor signs it in Maryland?

• The President

• A senator or delegate

• The General Assembly

• The Cabinet

What is the role of the judicial branch in Maryland's state government?

• Enforces the law

• Makes the law

• Interprets the law

• Advises the President

Who is the head of the executive branch in Maryland?

• The President

• The Governor

• The Mayor

• The Supreme Court

Which court in Maryland handles appeals from the Circuit Court?

• Supreme Court

• Court of Appeals

• Court of Special Appeals

• District Court