Florida's State Government

When was Florida's first constitution written?

• 1600

• 1901

• 1838

• 2003

The Florida constitution is reviewed every ___ years to determine whether or not revisions should be made.

• 4

• 20

• 10

• 7

How many branches of government does Florida have?

• 5

• 2

• 4

• 3

Who heads Florida's executive branch?

• President

• Sheriff

• Mayor

• Governor

What is the most important job of the governor?

• Send criminals to jail

• To manage the state budget

• To create jobs

• To create laws

What does the legislative branch of Florida's government do?

• Create laws

• Enforce laws

• Veto laws

• Decide what the law means

The legislative branch consists of two parts: The House of Representatives and the Senate

• True

• False

What is the capital of Florida?

• Miami

• Jacksonville

• Gainesville

• Tallahassee

Why are laws important?

• Because governments like to have rules

• To keep society safe and orderly

• To keep people from going to jail

• To keep politicians debating

Who is second in charge after the governor?

• Mayor

• Lieutenant Governor

• Senator

• Sheriff