Virginia Governor's Roles and Responsibilities

Virginia Governor's Roles and Responsibilities

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies, History, Government

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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Mr. Schneider presents a short video on the Virginia executive branch, focusing on the governor's powers derived from the Virginia Constitution. The governor serves a single four-year term and has roles similar to the U.S. president but limited to Virginia. The governor's cabinet, consisting of various secretaries, assists in administering laws and services. The video concludes with a preview of the next topic on local government, specifically Fairfax County.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main focus of the video presented by Mr. Schneider?

The Virginia executive branch

The Virginia judicial branch

The United States Congress

The federal government

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to the Virginia Constitution, how many terms can a governor serve consecutively?

Two four-year terms

One four-year term

Unlimited terms

Three four-year terms

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which document outlines the powers and limitations of the Virginia governor?

The United States Constitution

The Virginia Declaration of Rights

The Virginia Constitution

The Articles of Confederation

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the roles of the Virginia governor that is similar to the role of the U.S. President?

Commander-in-Chief of the U.S. Army

Speaker of the House

Chief Justice of the Supreme Court

Commander-in-Chief of the Virginia National Guard

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is a role of the Virginia governor?

Chief Diplomat

Chief Legislator

Chief Justice

Chief Executive Officer

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who assists the governor in administering laws and enforcing regulations in Virginia?

The Governor's Cabinet

The Virginia Senate

The Virginia Supreme Court

The U.S. Congress

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT a part of the governor's cabinet?

Secretary of Agriculture

Secretary of Education

Secretary of Defense

Secretary of Commerce

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