National , State and Local Government Structures and Functions

What is the role of state governors?

• To maintain a military

• To administer police and first responders

• To sign and veto legislation

• To govern unincorporated areas of a state

Which level of government maintains records of marriage, divorce, birth, death, deeds, and vehicle registration?

• National government

• State government

• County government

• Municipal government

What principles are included in the Texas Constitution?

• Checks and balances, protection of individual rights, and amendment process

• Structure, powers, and processes of government

• Enforcement of laws and appointment of officials

Which branch of government handles local cases of low-level offenses?

• Municipal courts

• State courts

• Federal courts

• County courts

Who exercises legislative power at the city level?

• State governors

• County commissioners

• City Councils

• City managers