California State Government

How many assembly people serve in California's legislative assembly.

• 435

• 100

• 80

• 50

What can NOT be done by a ballot proposition in California?

• Change California state law

• Change California's Constitution

• Repeal a governor's veto

• Elect a new governor

How many senators serve in California's State Senate?

• 100

• 80

• 50

• 40

Which is NOT a power of the Governor of California?

• To appoint a Senator to fill an unfinished term

• Commander-in-Chief of California National Guard

• Proposing a state budget each year

• Draws up congressional districts for California

What kind of primary election is used in California?

• An open primary

• A closed primary

• A semi-open primary

• A top-two primary

What agreement transferred California from Mexico to the United States?

• The Treaty of Mexico City

• The Treaty of Juarez

• The Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo

• The Treaty of Gerardo Hernandez

When did California become a state?

• 1845

• 1850

• 1840

• 1860

A California Assemblyperson serves a term of _____ years, and a California State Senator serves a term of _____ years.

• 2,4

• 2,6

• 4,4

• 4,6

California's state legislative districts are drawn up by:

• The Governor

• An Independent Commission

• The California Supreme Court

• They don't change.

In California, officers like the Secretary of State, Attorney General, and Treasurer are:

• Nominated by the Governor and approved by the Senate

• Each elected to two-year terms

• Each elected to four-year terms

• Appointed by the Governor without Senate approval