Colorado State History

What document serves as the foundation for the Colorado state government?

• The United States Constitution

• The Colorado Constitution

• The Declaration of Independence

• The Articles of Confederation

Which event directly influenced the creation of the Colorado Constitution?

• The signing of the Magna Carta

• The American Revolution

• The Colorado Gold Rush

• The Louisiana Purchase

Explain how the three branches of Colorado government are similar to the federal government.

• Both have a king

• Both have legislative, executive, and judicial branches

• Both have a single branch of government

• Both are ruled by a council of elders

What role does the governor play in the Colorado state government?

• Makes laws

• Enforces laws

• Interprets laws

• Votes on laws

Identify one way citizens can participate in the Colorado state government.

• By voting in elections

• By writing a novel

• By traveling abroad

• By planting trees

How can a citizen demonstrate their rights in local government?

• By ignoring local laws

• By attending town hall meetings

• By refusing to pay taxes

• By moving to another state

What is one service provided by the Colorado state government?

• Space exploration

• Public education

• International trade

• Oceanic research

How are services like public education funded by the state government?

• Through donations

• Through state taxes

• Through international aid

• Through private companies

Describe how state government decisions can affect local governments.

• By setting local school hours

• By providing funding for local projects

• By choosing local mayors

• By organizing local sports events

What is one way the Colorado state government interacts with the federal government?

• By declaring war

• By implementing federal laws

• By printing money

• By creating national parks