11/28 Tues Missouri Legislative Branch Quiz

What is the role of the General Assembly in the Missouri Legislative Branch?

• To create and pass laws that govern the state

• To ensure fair representation and effective governance

• To review bills and make recommendations

• To influence government decisions and promote specific causes

What are legislative districts in Missouri?

• 
  geographic areas or regions that are established for the purpose of electing representatives to a legislative body

• Groups of elected representatives who make laws

• Restrictions on legislative offices

• Specific tasks focused on finance, education, or health

What do legislative committees in Missouri focus on?

• Reviewing bills and making recommendations

• Influencing government decisions

• Ensuring fair representation and effective governance

• Providing information and support to legislators

What is the role of lobbies or interest groups in Missouri's legislative process?

• Influencing lawmakers' decisions

• Removing public officials from their positions

• Creating and passing laws

• Reviewing proposed bills and making suggestions

What does transparency mean in the context of the Missouri Legislative Branch?

• Accepting gifts from lobbyists

• Influencing government decisions

• Fair representation and effective governance

• Open and accessible information

When do the General Assembly of Missouri meetings start?

• Every four years in Jan

• Every two years in Jan

• Every ten years in Jan

• Every year in Jan

What are the requirements to become a member of the General Assembly in Missouri?

• At least 24 years old and live in the district for a year

• At least 30 years old and live in the district for a year

• At least 30 years old and live in the state for a year

• At least 24 years old and live in the state for a year

How often are legislative districts in Missouri redrawn?

• Every year

• Every ten years

• Every two years

• Every four years

What is the term length for members of the State Senate in Missouri?

• Six years

• Eight years

• Four years

• Two years

What is the role of legislative committees in the Missouri Legislative Branch?

• Creating bills about money

• Removing public officials from their positions

• Approving or rejecting appointments made by the governor

• Reviewing proposed bills and making suggestions