Judicial Branch
What is the highest court in Illinois?
Illinois Supreme Court
How many senators does Illinois have?
2 senators
4 constitutions
Who is the current governor of Illinois?
J.B. Pritzker
What is the capital of Illinois?
Springfield
How many justices are in the Illinois Supreme Court?
7 Justices
How many U.S. representatives does Illinois have?
17
Where was the first constitution adopted in 1818?
Kaskaskia
Who is the representative of your district?
Mike Bost
What is the Illinois state fish?
Bluegill
Circuit, Appellate, Supreme
What year did Illinois become a state?
1818
Name 1 way the Illinois Constitution is similar to the U.S. Constitution
- Both have a Bill of Rights
- Protect rights like freedom of speech, religion, and right to a fair trial
Who are the senators of Illinois?
Tammy Duckworth and Richard Durbin
102
How do judges get their position?
Elected by the people
How many electoral votes did Illinois have for the 2024 election?
19 electoral votes
What year was the current Illinois Constitution adopted?
1970
Who is Senator in the General Assembly
Terry Bryant
What is the state slogan?
Hint: (Think of license plates)
Land of Lincoln
How long is an Illinois Justice term?
10 years
Who are the 4 former presidents from Illinois?
Abraham Lincoln, Ulysses S. Grant, Ronald Reagan, Barack Obama
How can the Illinois Constitution be amended?
Through Constitutional Convention or legislative proposal with voter approval
Who was the activist for poor rights and women's rights from Illinois?
Jane Addams
What are the 5 major sports teams in Illinois?
Hint: (2 MLB, 1 NFL, 1 NBA, 1 NHL)
Chicago Cubs, Chicago White Soxs, Chicago Bears, Chicago Bulls, Chicago Blackhawks