CE 7-8

The units of local governments in Virginia are created by which entity?

• The General Assembly

• The Governor

• The President

• The Supreme Court

Which of the following is NOT a power exercised by Virginia local governments?

• Enforce state and local laws

• Promote public health

• Declare war

• Educate children

Who is responsible for overseeing the operation of the K–12 public schools in a county?

• Elected board of supervisors

• Elected or appointed school board

• Elected town council

• Elected city council

In an incorporated town, who may be hired by the elected legislative branch to oversee the operations of the local government?

• A manager

• A mayor

• A sheriff

• A treasurer

What is the relationship of local government to the state government in Virginia?

• Local governments have more power than the state government

• Local governments derive their authority from the state

• Local governments are independent of the state

• Local governments can override state laws

What is required for the local lawmaking process to be effective?

• Collaboration and compromise

• Strict enforcement

• Individual decision-making

• Secrecy and confidentiality

Who is responsible for passing laws (ordinances) in counties?

• An elected board of supervisors

• An elected council

• A mayor

• A manager

In which units of local government do citizens receive and pay for services from both the town and county?

• Counties

• Towns

• Cities

• All of the above