State of Illinois Government

Multiple Choice

Why is Illinois known as the 'Land of Lincoln'?

• Because Abraham Lincoln was born there

• Because Abraham Lincoln lived and worked there

• Because Illinois was the site of the Lincoln-Douglas debates

• Because Lincoln was the first governor of Illinois

Multiple Choice

What year did Illinois become a state?

• 1818

• 1776

• 1868

• 1848

Multiple Choice

What is the population of Illinois as of 2020?

• 12.8 million

• 10 million

• 15 million

• 8 million

Open Ended

Illinois has had three state capitals. Name all three.

Multiple Select

Which of the following are official state symbols of Illinois?

• Cardinal

• White Oak

• Violet

• Rose

Open Ended

Explain how Illinois' nickname relates to its geography and natural environment.

Multiple Choice

What are the three main rivers that border Illinois?

• Mississippi River, Ohio River, Wabash River

• Illinois River, Missouri River, Ohio River

• Mississippi River, Missouri River, Tennessee River

• Illinois River, Wabash River, Tennessee River

Open Ended

How do the waterways of Illinois influence its borders and neighboring states?

Multiple Select

Which states border Illinois? Select all that apply.

• Iowa

• Wisconsin

• Indiana

• Ohio

Open Ended

Explain the difference between the U.S. Senators and State Senators representing Illinois.

Multiple Choice

How many State Senators does Illinois have?

• 59

• 2

• 17

• 118

Open Ended

What are the qualifications for a state Senator and Representative?

Multiple Choice

Which branch of Illinois government is responsible for enforcing state laws?

• Legislative Branch

• Executive Branch

• Judicial Branch

• Federal Branch

Multiple Select

Which of the following are responsibilities of the Illinois Secretary of State?

• Issuing driver's licenses

• Paying state bills

• Safekeeping state money

• Maintaining driving records

Multiple Choice

What is the primary function of the Illinois Judicial Branch?

• To make laws

• To enforce laws

• To interpret laws

• To collect taxes

Multiple Choice

What is the main function of the Judicial Branch in Illinois?

• To make laws

• To enforce laws

• To interpret the laws of the state

• To collect taxes

Multiple Select

Which of the following are requirements to be eligible to serve as a Justice on the Illinois Supreme Court?

• Must be a U.S. Citizen

• Must be a Licensed Attorney in Illinois

• Must be a resident of the judicial district elected from

• Must be at least 40 years old

Open Ended

Compare the roles and structure of the Supreme Court, Appellate Court, and Circuit Courts in Illinois.

Multiple Choice

How long do you have to be a resident of your voting district to vote in Illinois?

• At least 30 days

• At least 1 year

• At least 60 days

• At least 6 months

Open Ended

What are some key features of the current Illinois Constitution?

Open Ended

Why do you think the Illinois Constitution includes separate articles for both 'Finance' and 'Revenue'?

Multiple Choice

Which article of the Illinois Constitution deals with the topic of Education?

• Article X

• Article II

• Article VI

• Article VIII

Open Ended

Reflecting on today's lesson about Illinois, what is one interesting fact you learned or a question you still have about its history?