Tennessee Government Structure and Functions

The video provides an overview of the Tennessee government, detailing the legislative, executive, and judicial branches. It explains the structure and functions of the Tennessee General Assembly, the role and powers of the governor, and the organization of the state's judicial system, including the Tennessee Supreme Court.

What is the minimum age requirement for a member of the Tennessee House of Representatives?

• 30 years

• 25 years

• 18 years

• 21 years

How many legislative days does the Tennessee General Assembly have each year?

• 60 days

• 150 days

• 90 days

• 120 days

Who becomes the governor if there is a vacancy in the governorship in Tennessee?

• Comptroller of the Treasury

• Speaker of the Tennessee Senate

• Tennessee Secretary of State

• Speaker of the Tennessee House

What is the term length for the governor of Tennessee?

• 6 years

• 8 years

• 2 years

• 4 years

Which power allows the governor to reject specific parts of a bill without vetoing the entire legislation?

• Line-item veto

• Pocket veto

• Absolute veto

• Suspensive veto

How many cabinet-level departments assist the executive branch in Tennessee?

• 22

• 20

• 18

• 15

What is the highest court in the Tennessee judicial system?

• Court of Appeals

• Chancery Court

• Tennessee Supreme Court

• Criminal Court

How many judges make up the Tennessee Supreme Court?

• 9 judges

• 3 judges

• 7 judges

• 5 judges

Which court handles appeals from the trial courts in Tennessee?

• Juvenile Court

• Probate Court

• Intermediate Appellate Court

• Municipal Court

What type of cases can bypass the intermediate appellate courts and go directly to the Tennessee Supreme Court?

• Civil cases

• Criminal cases

• Cases involving the constitutionality of a state statute

• Juvenile cases