The North Carolina Constituion was amended serval times. What does it mean to make an amendment to the constitution? a) change for the better b) review it and consider changes c) write a new one
a
All individuals are given rights by their state constitution. What is important to know about these rights? a) they can change at any minute b) they can not be taken away c) they only apply to certain citizens of the state
b
Who can suggest a new law? a) concerned citizens and legislators b) state officials c) teachers and students d) all the above
c
What happens to a bill if an agreement can not be reached by both the House and the Senate?
the bill dies
Which of the following guarantees the rights of ALL citizens? a) national and state laws b) your teachers at school c) the sheriff
a
What is the capital of North Carolina?
Raleigh
True or False: The President makes the laws?
False
Where is the preamble located in the US Constitution and the NC Constitution?
in the introduction (beginning)
Which branch of state government is headed by the governor?
Executive
The Judicial branch ______ the laws
interprets
What document established the three branches of government in the US?
Constitution
If a bill is vetoed by the governor, it can still become a law if _____ of the house and senate vote for it again a) 3/5 b) 2/3 c) 1/2
3/5
What is the difference between a bill and a law? a) a law is voted on by all citizens, and bill is an idea b) a bill is a proposed law and a law is a rule citizens must follow c) a law is a proposed bill & a bill is an idea citizens vote on
b
Who is the governor of North Carolina?
Roy Cooper
What are the names of the two houses in the legislature? a) senate and house or representatives b) state's population c) senate and congress
a)
The president and governor's job is to ________ the laws
enforce
What does it mean to have checks/balances?
No one branch has more power than another
True or False: You can vote in a US or State election even if you are not a citizen of the US
False
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