7th Grade Fall Final Exam Review

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What happens to a bill if the governor vetoes it?

Back

It returns to the legislature (either the House or Senate)

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What is the separation of powers?

Back

makes sure that no branch becomes too powerful

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What is popular sovereignty?

Back

all political power comes from the people

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What is the role of the legislative branch?

Back

Makes laws

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What is the role of the executive branch?

Back

Enforces laws

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What is the role of the judicial branch?

Back

Interprets laws

Front

Which of the following actions would be protected by this passage from the Texas Bill of Rights? gathering at the Texas Capitol to peacefully protest a tax law, refusing to pay taxes that one feels are unjust, attacking police officers one believes have broken the law, forcing lawmakers to leave the state when they pass unpopular laws

Back

gathering at the Texas Capitol to peacefully protest a tax law

Front

Which right allows newspapers to publish articles without government control and provides citizens with multiple perspectives on issues?

Back

freedom of the press and speech

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What is the type of municipal government in which voters elect a mayor and a city council to directly run the government?

Back

mayor-council

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Who represents Texas at state functions, presents awards to outstanding Texans, and can issue proclamations such as declaring a disaster area?

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governor