Quiz on Commonwealths and Government Organization

Which states are referred to as Commonwealths in the United States?

• Virginia, Massachusetts, Kentucky, Pennsylvania

• Virginia, New York, California, Texas

• Massachusetts, Florida, Ohio, Georgia

• Kentucky, Illinois, Nevada, Arizona

In Virginia, how are the governments of cities and counties organized?

• They have separate governments

• They share a single government

• Cities govern counties

• Counties govern cities

How many independent cities does Virginia have?

• 41

• 95

• 191

• 50

How many counties are there in Virginia?

• 41

• 95

• 191

• 50

What is the total number of incorporated towns in Virginia?

• 41

• 95

• 191

• 50

Which precinct is located near Wallace Middle School according to the map?

• High Point Precinct

• John Battle Precinct

• Wallace Precinct

• Central Precinct

As of which date is the information on the map of Washington County, VA valid?

• June 15, 2021

• June 15, 2022

• July 15, 2022

• May 15, 2022

What power does the Constitution give to the Executive Branch?

• To create laws

• To execute or implement the law

• To interpret laws

• To amend the Constitution

In Virginia and other states, what is considered the most powerful job office?

• Senator

• Mayor

• Governor

• Attorney General

What is one of the responsibilities of a governor, similar to the President of the United States?

• Running a small local council

• Managing a large government with budgets and a bicameral legislature

• Overseeing international trade agreements

• Leading the national military forces