A LOOK AT STATE GOVERNMENT

What is the capital of Mississippi?

• Jackson

• Biloxi

• Gulfport

• Hattiesburg

Who is the person elected to lead the state government?

• Governor

• Mayor

• Senator

• President

What does the state government take care of?

• State highways

• Local schools

• Federal taxes

• City parks

Where does the governor work?

• State capitol building

• City hall

• Governor's mansion

• Federal courthouse

What is the difference between 'capital' and 'capitol'?

• Capital is a city, capitol is a building

• Capital is a building, capitol is a city

• Both mean the same

• Capital is a country, capitol is a state

What type of laws does the state government make?

• State's laws

• Federal laws

• International laws

• City ordinances

What is the role of the state government in environmental protection?

• Makes laws to protect the state's environment

• Monitors global climate change

• Regulates international trade

• Oversees national parks