Local Government Review

Which of the following gives authority to local governments in Virginia?

• The US President

• The US Constitution

• The Virginia Constitution

• The House of Representatives

Virginia localities consist of ALL of the following EXCEPT

• City

• Town

• County

• Nation

What is the judicial branch of county and city governments in Virginia?

• The US Supreme Court

• Local district and circuit courts

• The Virginia Court of Appeals

• Boards of Supervisors and City Councils

Possessing a firearm on school property

• Felony

• Misdemeanor

What is the legislative branch of a county?

• County council

• City council

• Board of Supervisors

• School Board

What is the term for a local law?

• Ordinance

• Local Edict

• Executive Order

• Decree

Who does the board of supervisors select to run a county?

• Manager

• Administrator

• Mayor

• Director

What is the legislative branch of a Virginia city?

• Board of Supervisors

• City Council

• School Board

• Board of Trustees

Cities, towns, and counties are required to elect the officers mentioned in the...

• Bill of Rights

• US Constitution

• Virginia Constitution

• Charter

Which officer is responsible for collecting taxes and distributing funds?

• Sheriff

• Clerk of the Circuit Court

• Commissioner of the Revenue

• Treasurer