Town Governments Quiz

Which of these is the smallest kind of local government?

• village

• city

• state

• federal

True or False: A city charter has the rules and regulations that are basic to a municipality

• True
• False

Which of these is the biggest division of government in a State?

• city

• federal

• county

• village

True or False: The city manager cannot be fired by the commission, even if they do a terrible job

• True
• False

When a place gets permission from their State to incorporate, it can become a

• Village

• Mayor

• State

• City

True or False: Some counties elect or hire a county manager to be the executive branch leader for the county

• True
• False

Which of these usually happens in a Town meeting?

• Citizens elect military officers to send to the Army

• Citizens elect people to Federal positions

• Citizens vote directly on local issues

• Citizens discuss issues like local laws and taxes

Which of these powers are typical of a strong mayor?

• Commander of the State Guard
• Veto power over city laws
• Veto over laws passed by Congress
• Can appoint people to jobs/positions

Which of these taxes are usually the main sources of money for most State Governments?

• Sales Tax

• Income tax

• Wealth Tax

• Property Tax

True or False: Counties don't charge any taxes

• True
• False