The Old Vs. New Consitution
Before 1851, which branch of government had too much power and made all the decisions?
The Legislative Branch (The lawmakers)
This is the system where power is shared between the National government and the State government.
Federalism
This person is the leader of Ohio's executive branch, similar to the President.
The Governor
This person is usually the leader of a city or town government.
Mayor
This document was written to tell Great Britain that the colonies were starting their own country.
The Declaration of Independence
In the new 1851 rules, many government leaders had to be chosen this way by the people.
Elected (Voting)
If a state law and a federal law disagree, which one usually wins?
The Federal law (National government)
What is the special name for Ohio's group of lawmakers?
The General Assembly
What is the name of the group of people who make laws and rules for a city?
City Council
This document set the rules for how Ohio and other nearby states could join the United States.
The Northwest Ordinance
What was the main problem with the old Supreme Court judges having to travel to every county?
It took too long and was too hard to get work done.
The power to collect money from citizens to pay for roads and schools is called this.
Taxing
How are judges on the Ohio Supreme Court chosen?
They are elected by the voters.
This group of elected officials makes decisions about local schools, like hiring teachers and choosing books.
School Board (Board of Education)
These were a series of essays written to convince people that the new U.S. Constitution was a good idea.
The Federalist Papers
The 1851 rules fixed the state's money problems by setting a limit on this.
Debt (owing money)
The 10th Amendment says that any power not given to the U.S. government belongs to who?
The States (or the people)
What is the 'Line-Item Veto' that the Governor can use?
The power to say 'no' to just one part of a bill.
What is one way you can help your local government make a decision about a new park or bike path?
Attend a public meeting or send a letter to the City Council.
This document is the "Supreme Law of the Land" and explains how our whole government works.
The U.S. Constitution
Why did Ohio write a new Constitution in 1851?
To take power away from the lawmakers and give it back to the people.
What do we call the list of rights for citizens found at the start of Ohio's Constitution?
The Bill of Rights
True or False: Ohio judges have to retire or stop running for office when they turn 70.
True
If you see a problem in your neighborhood, like a broken street light, who should you or your parents contact?
Local city or county departments (Public Works).
This group of people refused to sign the Constitution unless a Bill of Rights was added to protect the people.
The Anti-Federalists