New Mexico's Government

What is the capital of New Mexico?

• Albuquerque

• Roswell

• Santa Fe

• Taos

How many branches does New Mexico's state government have?

• Two

• Three

• Four

• Five

Which branch of New Mexico's government is responsible for carrying out and enforcing laws?

• Legislative Branch

• Executive Branch

• Judicial Branch

• Administrative Branch

How long is the term for a governor in New Mexico?

• Two years

• Four years

• Six years

• Eight years

What is unique about New Mexico's state capitol building?

• It is the tallest capitol in the United States.

• It is the only round capitol in the United States.

• It is the oldest capitol in the United States.

• It is the newest capitol in the United States.

What does majority rule mean in the context of elections?

• Decisions are made by the minority.

• Decisions are made by a single person.

• Decisions are made according to what most people want.

• Decisions are made by a random selection.

How long do Senators serve in New Mexico's legislature?

• Two-year terms

• Four-year terms

• Six-year terms

• Eight-year terms

What happens if the governor of New Mexico vetoes a bill?

• The bill is automatically passed into law.

• The bill is discarded and cannot become law.

• The legislature can still make the bill a law if two-thirds of its members agree.

• The bill goes to the Supreme Court for a final decision.

Which is the highest court in New Mexico?

• District Court

• Court of Appeals

• Supreme Court

• Federal Court

For how many years are Supreme Court justices in New Mexico elected?

• Four-year terms

• Six-year terms

• Eight-year terms

• Ten-year terms