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Mississippi Citizenship
Local Government
Mississippi's Branches
Government Services
Local,Federal,State Services
100

Share THREE responsibilities or duties of CITIZENS of the United States.

  • voting
  • paying taxes
  • serving jury duty
100


In state government, the __________ is responsible for interpreting the laws of the state. (Hint:Judicial Branch)



Supreme Court 

100

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 

100

The minimum age to vote in Mississippi is

18 years of age 

100

A governor deals with issues focused in one

state

200


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.

200

In state government, the __________ is responsible for enforcing the laws of the state.(Hint: Executive Branch)

Governor

200


UNLIKE a felony, a misdemeanor result in relatively ________ punishment.


light punishment.

200

Who is responsible for presenting a balanced budget to the legislature in Mississippi?

the governor

200

Which of these is NOT a primary responsibility of the state legislative body?

  • promote public health
  • determining a state budget
  • allocating resources for education
  • overseeing military bases found within the state
  • overseeing military bases found within the state
300

List 3 requirement to hold the office of United States Senator in Mississippi

  • The candidate must be at least 30 years of age.
  • The candidate must live in the state they seek to represent.
  • The candidate must be a United States citizen for at least 9 years.
300

State government is responsible for funding

Public Schools, creating educators standards, supporting school district

300

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

300

Which of these would MOST LIKELY be paid for by a state government?

  • a home repair
  • a grocery store
  • a shopping mall
  • a highway repair
  • a highway repair
300

State courts handle misdemeanor cases including

  • traffic violations.
  • first degree murder.
  • law suits for damages.
  • administration of estates.
  • traffic violations.
400

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.

400


Three daily activities that are influenced by the state government.




  • Paying sales tax when purchasing gasoline
  • Attending a school board meeting
  • Driving to work
400

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

400

Which of these institutions has legislative powers at the local level of government?

  • a mayor
  • Congress
  • General Assembly
  • a town council
  • a town council
400


Which elections have the highest instance of voter turnout?

  • lGeneral
  • Presidential
  • Primary
  • Special


Presidential

500

Defines a bicameral legislature

Governing body made of two houses

500


List THREE common responsibilities that are shared by both State and Local governments.


  • School policies.
  • Marriage, birth and death certificates.
  • Driving age and qualifications for licensure.
500

List Three Branches and each purpose

Legislative-Makes state laws


 Executive-Enforces state laws

   

 Judicial- Interprets laws

500


Why is paying taxes considered a civic duty of citizens living in a democracy?

  • Taxes allow private businesses to grow.
  • Congress has the power to pass tax laws.
  • Non-payment of taxes results in imprisonment.
  • Taxes support government services and programs.
  • Taxes support government services and programs.
500

In state government, the ___ is responsible for making the laws of the state.

  • Governor
  • Supreme Court
  • state legislature
  • Lieutenant Governor
  • state legislature