Exploring Virginia's Legislative Branch

The video provides an overview of Virginia's legislative branch, detailing its structure with the House of Delegates and the Senate. It explains the voting process and election cycles, highlighting the historical significance of the General Assembly, which dates back to 1619 in Jamestown. The video concludes with a preview of the next topic, the executive branch.

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What are the two parts of the legislative branch in Virginia?

• House of Commons and Senate

• House of Lords and Senate

• House of Delegates and Senate

• House of Representatives and Senate

How many members are there in the Virginia Senate?

• 40

• 60

• 50

• 30

How many members are there in the House of Delegates?

• 80

• 90

• 100

• 110

How is Virginia divided for representation in the House of Delegates?

• 75 regions

• 25 counties

• 100 small pieces

• 50 large districts

Who gets to vote for representatives in Richmond?

• Adults over 18

• Only government officials

• Teenagers

• All residents

How often are elections held for the House of Delegates?

• Every four years

• Every year

• Every two years

• Every three years

In which years are the elections for the House of Delegates held?

• Even years

• Leap years

• Odd years

• Every year

What is another name for the House of Delegates?

• House of Representatives

• Parliament

• Senate

• General Assembly

In what year did the General Assembly first meet in Jamestown?

• 1620

• 1607

• 1635

• 1619