Missouri Constitution
Missouri's Branches of Government
Important People
Bill to Law
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True or False: The Missouri Constitution explains the purpose and jobs of the three branches of government and it explains the rights of Missouri citizens.
True
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What are the names of the three branches of government?
Judicial Branch, Legislative Branch, Executive Branch
100
Who is the governor of Missouri?
Jay Nixon
100
Where does a bill begin in the bill to law process?
A bill begins in either the House of Representatives or the Senate.
200
Why does the Missouri government make and enforce laws?
The Missouri government makes and enforces laws to keep citizens safe.
200
Which branch of the government is made of courts and judges?
The Judicial Branch
200
Who is our representative?
Mike Thomson
200
If a bill has only been to the House of Representatives and has been approved, where does the bill go next?
The bill goes to the Senate.
300
Why does our state government have three branches?
Our state government has three branches to make sure that one part of the government doesn't take over and try to rule everyone else. Having three branches allows for checks and balances, it balances out the responsibility and power.
300
What is the job of the Legislative Branch?
The Legislative Branch makes the laws.
300
Who is our senator?
Brad Lager
300
Once a bill has been introducted in the Senate, where does it go next?
The bill goes to a team of experts (a committee) who will study the bill and make any necessary changes.
400
What is the job of the Executive Branch?
The Executive Branch enforces the laws.
400
What branch of government is the governor part of?
The governor is part of the Executive Branch.
400
What is the governor's role in the bill to law process?
The governor's role is to sign bills into laws or to veto bills.
500
What is the job of the Judicial Branch?
The Judicial Branch judges or interprets the laws.
500
This one is for fun! What is the name of the "first dog" of Missouri?
Dainel Boone
500
Is it possible for a bill that has been vetoed by the governor to become a law? If so, how?
Yes, a vetoed bill can become a law. Once a bill is vetoed, it is sent back to the General Assembly (the House of Representatives and the Senate). If 2/3 of the House and Senate vote to approve the bill, the bill will become a law.
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