State/Local test review

The general assembly is bicameral

• true
• false

Clayton has been arrested in Richmond City for a DUI, a misdemeanor. Which court would hear his case?

• JDR
• Circuit
• General District
• VA Supreme

What is the only Virginia Court with a jury?

• JDR
• Circuit
• General District
• VA Supreme

Kristen, a 6^th grader at Salem Middle School, was arrested by Officer Woolson for vandalism.  She is tried in what Virginia Court?

• JDR
• Circuit
• General District
• VA Supreme

Allyson sues Dr. Williams for a mistake made during a surgical procedure, which left her paralyzed. She is suing for $150,000.  Which Virginia Court would hear her case?

• JDR
• Circuit
• General District
• VA Supreme

How many members are in the General Assembly?

• 40
• 100
• 140
• 270

Who approves the biennial budget for the state of Virginia?

• Congress
• General Assembly
• Senate
• Parliament 

What do you call laws passed by local governments?

• bills
• ordinances
• rules
• referendums

All of the following statements about the Governor of Virginia are true EXCEPT:

• serves a 4 year term
• can serve consecutive terms
• enforces laws of Virginia
• Head of VA's executive branch

What is the court of final appeal in Virginia?

• Circuit
• VA appeals
• VA Supreme
• General District