Ch. 7/8 Review for Benchmark

What is the form of government in the Commonwealth of Virginia established by?

• The Governor of Virginia

• The Virginia General Assembly

• The United States Constitution

• The Virginia Constitution

Which branch of the Virginia state government is bicameral?

• Judicial

• Regulatory

• Executive

• Legislative

How many levels of courts are there in the Virginia court system?

• Six

• Five

• Four

• Three

What principle does the Constitution of the United States establish regarding the division of power?

• Monarchy

• Democracy

• Republicanism

• Federalism

What is a primary responsibility of the state government?

• Provides for the common defense

• Promotes public health

• Regulates commerce

• Conducts foreign policy

What is the first step in the lawmaking process in the Virginia General Assembly?

• Debating the bill on the floor

• Introducing a bill in either house

• Voting on the bill

• Sending the bill to the governor

Who is responsible for enforcing laws in the Virginia state government?

• The Attorney General

• The Supreme Court

• The Governor

• The General Assembly

What power do local governments in Virginia have?

• Regulate interstate commerce

• Levy and collect taxes

• Conduct foreign policy

• Appoint federal judges