Mississippi Citizenship
Share THREE responsibilities or duties of CITIZENS of the United States.
In state government, the __________ is responsible for interpreting the laws of the state. (Hint:Judicial Branch)
Supreme Court
The mayor of a town has the power to enforce the laws that are passed by the town council. This type of power is known as ___ power.
Executive
The minimum age to vote in Mississippi is
18 years of age
A governor deals with issues focused in one
state
In exchange for taxes and other sources of revenue, what benefits may Mississippi’s often receive from their municipalities?
Mississippians may receive highways, police and fire services, libraries, recreational centers, and health and sanitation options.
In state government, the __________ is responsible for enforcing the laws of the state.(Hint: Executive Branch)
Governor
UNLIKE a felony, a misdemeanor result in relatively ________ punishment.
light punishment.
Who is responsible for presenting a balanced budget to the legislature in Mississippi?
the governor
Which of these is NOT a primary responsibility of the state legislative body?
List 3 requirement to hold the office of United States Senator in Mississippi
State government is responsible for funding
Public Schools, creating educators standards, supporting school district
The city of Natchez passed a law requiring all people under the age of 18 to be home by 8pm. Who would be would be MOST likely to be responsible for enforcing this law? (Hint Local Government)
Mayor's office
Which of these would MOST LIKELY be paid for by a state government?
State courts handle misdemeanor cases including
Describes the relationship between United States citizenship and Mississippi state citizenship. (Citizenship works at 2 levels )
People who live in Mississippi are citizens of both the United States and Mississippi.
Three daily activities that are influenced by the state government.
The speed limit is lowered on dangerous section of a busy road.Which government would be MOST likely to be responsible for controlling highway safety?
State Government
Which of these institutions has legislative powers at the local level of government?
Which elections have the highest instance of voter turnout?
Presidential
Defines a bicameral legislature
Governing body made of two houses
List THREE common responsibilities that are shared by both State and Local governments.
List Three Branches and each purpose
Legislative-Makes state laws
Executive-Enforces state laws
Judicial- Interprets laws
Why is paying taxes considered a civic duty of citizens living in a democracy?
In state government, the ___ is responsible for making the laws of the state.