IL: Article 4

Who holds the legislative power in Illinois?

• Governor
• Supreme Court
• General Assembly
• Secretary of State

The Illinois legislature is made up of which two houses?

• Congress and Senate
• Representatives and Delegates
• Assembly and House
• House and Senate

How many senators are there in Illinois?

• 60
• 118
• 100
• 59

How many representatives are there in Illinois?

• 60
• 118
• 100
• 59

What are the districts called where Senators are elected?

• Senate Zones
• Voting Districts
• Senatorial Areas
• Legislative Districts

What are the districts called where Representatives are elected?

• Representative Districts
• Electoral Districts
• Assembly Zones
• Civic Regions

Why are Senate elections staggered?

• Save money
• Avoid confusion
• Keep experience in the legislature
• Reduce campaigning

How long is a Senator's term (typically)?

• 2 years
• 4 years
• 6 years
• 8 years

How long is a Representative's term?

• 2 years
• 4 years
• 5 years
• 6 years

What are the requirements to serve in the Illinois Legislature?

• 21 years old
• Be a resident of the district for 2 years
• U.S. Citizen
• Be a resident of the district for 6 years
• Served in the military