Branches of Government
How many houses are in the Illinois General Assembly?
2
What does Article I of the Illinois Constitution cover?
Bill of Rights
Who is the chief executive of Illinois?
Governor
At what age are Illinois citizens eligible to vote?
18
What is the capital of Illinois?
Springfield
What is the name of the legislative branch in Illinois?
General Assembly
In what year did Illinois become a state?
1818
Who is responsible for maintaining official state records and the state seal?
Secretary of State
What is the term length for an Illinois Supreme Court justice?
10 years
Which city is the largest in Illinois by population?
Chicago
Which court is the highest in the Illinois judicial system?
Supreme Court
What does the Preamble do in the Illinois Constitution?
States the purpose of the Constitution
What is the primary responsibility of the Illinois Attorney General?
Serving as the state's chief legal officer
What is the minimum age to serve in the Illinois General Assembly?
21
How many counties are there in Illinois?
102
Which Article deals with the Executive Branch?
Article V
What is the purpose of the Illinois Bill of Rights?
To protect individual liberties
Which official is next in line if the Governor cannot fulfill their duties?
Lieutenant Governor
Who has the power to impeach official in Illinois?
Illinois House of Representatives
Which river forms the western border of Illinois?
Mississippi River
Which branch of Illinois government is responsible for interpreting laws?
Judicial
How can the Illinois Constitution be amended?
1. Three-fifths vote by the General Assembly
2. Approval by voters
What is the primary responsibility of the Illinois Comptroller?
Maintaining the state's fiscal accounts
Who conducts impeachment trials in Illinois?
Illinois Senate
Which river forms the southern border of Illinois?
Ohio River