The Texas Constitution
What is the purpose of the Texas Constitution?
What is the main role of the legislative branch?
To make laws.
Who is the head of the executive branch in Texas?
The Governor.
What is the main function of the judicial branch?
To interpret laws and administer justice.
What is the state motto of Texas?
Friendship
When was the current Texas Constitution adopted?
The current Texas Constitution was adopted in 1876.
How many houses does the Texas Legislature have?
What is one responsibility of the Governor of Texas?
To enforce state laws.
What is the highest court in Texas?
The Texas Supreme Court.
In what year did Texas become a state?
Texas became a state in 1845.
What document did the Texas Constitution replace?
The Texas Constitution replaced the Constitution of 1869.
What is the term length for a Texas senator?
A Texas senator serves a term of 4 years.
How long is the term for the Governor of Texas?
The Governor serves a term of 4 years.
How many justices are on the Texas Supreme Court?
There are 9 justices on the Texas Supreme Court.
What is the capital of Texas?
Austin
How many amendments have been made to the Texas Constitution?
There have been over 400 amendments made to the Texas Constitution.
Who is the leader of the House of Representatives in Texas?
The Speaker of the House
What is the role of the Lieutenant Governor?
The Lieutenant Governor serves as the President of the Senate and supports the Governor.
What type of cases does the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals hear?
The Texas Court of Criminal Appeals hears criminal cases.
What is the nickname for Texas?
The Lone Star State.
What principle is emphasized in the Texas Constitution to limit government power?
The principle of separation of powers is emphasized to limit government power.
What is the process called when the legislature meets every two years?
The process is called a legislative session.
Name one of the elected officials in the Texas executive branch besides the Governor.
The Attorney General or the Comptroller.
What is the term length for a Texas Supreme Court justice?
A Texas Supreme Court justice serves for 6 years.
What famous battle took place in Texas for independence?
The Battle of the Alamo.