VA State Government

VA State Government

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8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the division of power between the states and the national government called? Options: Principle of separation of powers, Principle of checks and balances, Principle of popular sovereignty, Principle of federalism

Back

Principle of federalism

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Who is in charge of the executive branch of the state government and how long is the term in office?

Back

Governor
Four Years

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

The federal legislative branch is headed by Congress; the Virginia legislative branch is headed by the ___?

Back

General Assembly

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

The power of Virginia’s government is outlined in which document? Options: United States Constitution, Bill of Rights, Virginia Constitution, Virginia Declaration

Back

Virginia Constitution

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Powers that both the federal government has and the state governments have are called _____ powers.

Back

Concurrent

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the primary responsibility of the state government?

Back

Promote public health, safety and welfare

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Who is the chief lawyer for the state?

Back

Attorney General

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