MO History
Missouri's current constitution was ratified in:
1945
Which principle ensures that no single branch of government becomes too powerful?
Checks & Balances
Which branch is in charge of saying what the constitution and laws of MO mean?
Judicial Branch
To become Governor of Missouri, a candidate must:
Be at least 30 years old, a U.S. citizen for 15 years, a Missouri resident for 10 years
How can Missouri citizens directly influence state law creation?
By using the initiative process with petition signatures
What state number (out of 50) was MO admitted as?
24
Which principle of the Constitution emphasizes that power ultimately resides with the people?
Popular Sovereignty
The Missouri General Assembly is characterized by:
A bicameral legislature with 34 senators and 163 representatives
The Missouri Supreme Court consists of how many judges?
7
There are 4 major jobs that the governor has. What are they?
Chief Executive (Appointments)
Chief Legislature
Pardons
Commander-in-Chief
Which historical event most dramatically influenced Missouri's constitutional development?
The Civil War
What makes Missouri's current constitution unique compared to its previous versions?
It was the first to establish three branches of government and/or it established local city and county governments.
Which branch of Missouri government writes state laws?
Legislative Branch (General Assembly)
A Missouri state representative's term length is:
2 years
The Pony Express moved a piece of mail 1800 miles in just under 2 weeks. Where did it start in MO?
Missouri's first permanent European settlement was:
Ste. Geneviève
4
The Governor is in charge of which branch?
Executive Branch
What is the title of Vice Governor actually called?
Lieutenant Governor
How many articles are there in the MO Constitution?
14
What historical compromise allowed Missouri to enter the Union?
The Missouri Compromise
How many amendments are in MO’s Bill of Rights?
35
Which branch of government enforces MO's laws?
Executive
MO state senator term length is:
4 years
Where is MO's state capital?
Jefferson City