Illinois State Constitution

Fill in the blank: Who in the executive branch is the legal officer of the state?________________

• Governer

• Treasurer

• Comptroller

• Attorney General

The power given to the cities and towns in Illinois so that they may pass their own local ordinances is called:

• Home Rule

• Bill of Rules

• Local Movement Legislature

• Local Legislative Congress

The governer of Illinois:

• is elected every six years

• cannot be reelcted

• heads the legislative branch

• is the chief executive officer

Who has the power to appoint many state officials

• Lieutenant Governer

• Secretary of State

• Chief Justice of the Supreme Court

• Governer

The Illinois Supreme Court

• Legislative Branch

• Executive Branch

• Judicial Branch

The highest court in Illinois is

• Supreme Court

• Appellate Court

• Circuit Court

• Probate Court

If the governor dies, who becomes governor?

• Speaker of the House

• Lt. Governor

What is the primary function of the Illinois State Constitution?

• To establish the structure of the state government

• To regulate federal laws

• To manage international relations

• To control local businesses

Which branch of government is responsible for interpreting the Illinois State Constitution?

• Executive Branch

• Legislative Branch

• Judicial Branch

• Administrative Branch

How often must the Illinois State Constitution be reviewed for potential amendments?

• Every 2 years

• Every 10 years

• Every 20 years

• Every 5 years