Legislative Branch
How long is the term of the House of Representatives?
2 years
Who is elected by the people?
Senate and the House
Who is the most important officer in the executive branch?
Governor
How many different types of courts are there?
3
When was Illinois founded
1818
How long is the term of the Senate?
4 years
Who has 59 members?
Illinois State Senate
What is the main job of the executive branch?
Enforces the laws
Which court does most cases occur in?
Circuit court
What was the first capital city of Illinois?
Kaskaskia
What is the main job of the legislative branch?
Makes the laws
Who has 118 members?
The IL house
Who succeeds the governor if he cannot continue in office?
Lt.Governor
What fraction is needed for a judge to be re-elected?
3/5
Who founded Illinois?
Marquette and joliet
What fraction of a vote is needed to expel a member of the legislative branch?
2/3
Who starts the impeachment proceedings?
Senate
25 years old
How are judges elected?
By the people
Where do most residents live in Illinois?
Chicagoland area
What is a majority of the members called?
quorum
Who approves appointments of the Governor?
Senate
How many types of vetos are there?
3
How many districts is Illinois divided into?
5
Which famous president urged the Illinois capital to be moved to Springfield
Abraham Lincoln