Va. Government

Which statement is true about Virginia's government?

• The executive branch is headed by the governor.
• The judicial branch makes laws for the state.
• The Senate and Congress make up the General Assembly.
• Court cases are heard and decided by the House of Delegates.

If a reporter interviewed a member of the General Assembly, what question might he ask?

• How do you make sure the state laws are carried out?
• How long have you been the leader of Virginia?
• Do you enjoy working as a Supreme Court justice?
• How do you decide what should become a new law?

How many branches does Virginia's government consist of?

• 2
• 3
• 4
• 5

How is Virginia's government similar to the structure of the United States government?

• It is set up so that each branch of government has shared power.
• The Virginia Supreme Court can make rulings based upon the U.S. constitution.
• The governor of Virginia can make laws like the president of the U.S.
• The General Assembly can create laws for citizens of the U.S.

What are the two parts that make up the Virginia General Assembly?

• Parliament and Royal Governor
• Mayor and city council
• Senate and House of Delegates
• Senate and Congress

The General Assembly is located at the Virginia State Capitol building.  Which two groups most likely meet at this building?

• The House of Delegates and Senate
• The House of Representatives and Senate
• The Governor and Supreme Court
• The Supreme Court and Senate

Which of the following makes up Virginia's judicial branch?

• The education system
• The job system
• The transportation system
• The court system

The branch of government that determines if a law applies within Virginia's state constitution is the-

• judicial branch
• military branch
• executive branch
• legislative branch

Which branch of Virginia's government enforces the law?

• Legislative
• Executive
• Judicial
• Senate

Which branch of Virginia's government decides if laws are constitutional?

• Senate
• Executive
• Legislative
• Judicial