IL Const Review Round 1 Mr. White

Front

Which amendment to the constitution gives the states their reserved powers? Options: 1st, 9th, 10th, 27th

Back

10th

Front

What is the sharing of powers between national and state governments?

Back

federalism

Front

When was Illinois admitted to the Union as a state?

Back

December 3, 1818

Front

How many total members are in the legislature of the Illinois state government?

Back

177

Front

How many counties are in the state of Illinois?

Back

102

Front

What invention helped Illinois to become an agricultural leader? Railroad, Steamboat, Automobile, Prairie Plow

Back

Prairie Plow

Front

Special interest groups that try to influence a representative or senator’s vote on a particular issue are called?

Back

Lobbyists

Front

What year was the current Illinois Constitution ratified?

Back

1970

Front

Which of the following is responsible for carrying out or enforcing the laws of the state of Illinois? Prime Minster, General Assembly, President, Governor

Back

Governor

Front

What is another name for the Illinois House of Representatives and Senate besides the state legislature?

Back

General Assembly