State Government Basics
What is the leader of a state called?
Governor
Who is the leader of a city?
The Mayor
What do local governments use taxes to pay for?
Roads, parks, and schools
What is the smallest unit of local government?
Township
What day of the week is Thanksgiving always celebrated on?
Thursday
What do state legislatures make?
Laws
What do local governments manage in communities?
Schools, police, and fire departments
What kind of tax is added when you buy something?
Sales tax
True or False: Every state has the same laws.
False
What year was the first Thanksgiving celebrated? 1621 or 1821
1621
How many branches of government does each state have?
Three
What is a city council?
A group of people who make local laws.
What is the largest source of funding for local governments?
Property taxes
What state has the most local governments? Illinois or Vermont ?
Illinois
What is the name of the ship the Pilgrims traveled on to America?
The Mayflower
What is the state court system responsible for?
Deciding if state laws have been broken.
What is the name for local rules made by the city or county?
Ordinances
What local service helps keep water clean?
Water treatment facilities or Department of Public Works
How often do governors usually get elected?
Every four years
What is the big balloon parade called that happens in New York City every Thanksgiving?
Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
Who signs state laws to make them official?
The Governor
Who collects property taxes for local services?
The County Treasurer
What is the term for money collected to pay for public services?
Revenue
How often do mayors get elected ?
Every four years
What bird is often eaten at Thanksgiving dinner?
turkey