IL Constitution

What is the purpose of the Executive Branch of Illinois?

• Makes the laws.

• Makes the laws happen.

• Applies the laws to court cases.

• All of the above.

How can veto a bill passed by the Illinois General Assembly?

• The Illinois Supreme Court.

• The voters.

• The Governor.

• Lieutenant Govenor.

How can the General Assembly override a Governor's veto?

• Both houses need a 60% (3/5) vote.

• Both houses need a majority vote.

• Both houses need a 75% (3/4) voter.

• The General Assembly cannot override a Governor's veto.

Which of the following is a power of the Governor?

• Power of pardon

• Power to make the laws.

• Chooses Supreme Court judges.

• Chooses the Attorney General.

How old do you have to be to serve in the General Assembly?

• 21 years old.

• 25 years old.

• 30 years old.

• 35 years old.

Who has the top executive power in Lake County?

• Mayor

• Senator

• County Board President

• The People

Which of the following is true about the Circuit Courts?

• They almost always have original jurisdiction.

• They almost always have a jury.

• The judges are elected for 6 year terms.

• All of the above.

What right says that if the government is going to take your land they must give you a fair price for it?

• Original Jurisdiction

• Eminent Domain

• Home Rule

• Veto

How many Senators are there in Illinois?

• 118

• 100

• 59

• 50

What is it called when the people of Illinois vote on a law without the General Assembly?

• Referendum

• Veto

• Pardon

• Eminent Domain