VA Government

Both Congress and the General Assembly

• make laws for the nation
• have a House of Representatives
• are bicameral
• are oarts if tge executive branch

After a bill is introduced into the General Assembly, what is the next step in the lawmaking process?

• The bill goes to a committee.
• The bill is debated on the floor of both houses.
• The governor signs the bill.
• A vote is taken in both houses.

What does the 10th amendment establish?

• Powers for the federal government.
• Powers for local government
• powers for state government
• powers for federal and state government

Which of the following is the supreme law of the land?

• city ordinance
• Virginia law
• U.S. Constitution
• The Virginia Constitution

The primary responsibilities of state government are to

• conduct foreign relations and regulate commerce with other countries.
• promote public health, safety, education, and welfare of citizens.
• encforce federal and local laws
• interpret the U.S. Constitution and provide for the common defense.

What title would go best with the following words: Governor, Lt. Governor, Attorney General, and Cabinet?

• Judicial Branch judges
• Executive Branch Officers
• Legislative Branch Representatives
• General Assembly Members

In this role, the governor ensures the laws of VA are carried out

• Chief legislator
• Chief executive
• Party chief
• Attorney General

This elected official serves as the state of Virginia's lead legal expert

• Chief legislator
• Chief executive
• Party chief
• Attorney General

In this role, the governor raises money for candidates and helps them get elected

• Chief legislator
• Chief executive
• Party chief
• Attorney General

In this role, the governor prepares the state budget, suggests bills, and vetoes bills

• Chief legislator
• Chief executive
• Party chief
• Attorney General