VA State Government

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

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Principle of federalism

Front

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

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Governor
Four Years

Front

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

Back

General Assembly

Front

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

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Virginia Constitution

Front

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

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Concurrent

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What is the primary responsibility of the state government?

Back

Promote public health, safety and welfare

Front

Who is the chief lawyer for the state?

Back

Attorney General

Front

What is the job of state regulatory agencies?

Back

Help the governor enforce and administer laws.

Front

What are the two houses in the Virginia General Assembly?

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State Senate and House of Delegates

Front

Improving water quality in the Chesapeake Bay would be addressed as an issue of ____________.

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Environment