Illinois Constitution Test: Legislative Branch Insights

Professor Blaz presents part two of a series on the Illinois State Constitution, focusing on the legislative branch. The video covers the structure and duties of the Illinois General Assembly, the roles of the Senate and House of Representatives, and the influence of lobbying. It also explains the law-making process, detailing how a bill becomes a law in Illinois.

What is the main body of the Illinois legislative branch called?

• Congress

• General Assembly

• House of Representatives

• Senate

How many years must a person have been a resident of their district to be eligible for the General Assembly?

• Four years

• Three years

• Two years

• One year

What is the minimum age requirement to be a member of the Illinois General Assembly?

• 21 years

• 18 years

• 25 years

• 30 years

Who is the leader of the Illinois Senate?

• Governor

• President of the Senate

• Speaker of the House

• Majority Leader

What special duty does the Illinois House of Representatives have?

• Approving state budgets

• Passing resolutions

• Conducting impeachment trials

• Impeaching government officials

What is the primary goal of lobbying groups?

• To conduct trials

• To veto bills

• To pass laws

• To educate or influence legislators

When was the current version of the Illinois State Constitution approved?

• 1990

• 1960

• 1970

• 1980

What is a proposed law called?

• Bill

• Act

• Amendment

• Resolution

What happens if the governor does nothing with a bill?

• The bill is amended

• The bill becomes a law

• The bill is vetoed

• The bill is sent back to the General Assembly

What majority is needed in both houses to override a governor's veto?

• 50%

• 60%

• 67%

• 75%