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Question 1

Writing a state constitution is an example of

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a reserved power.

Question 2

A similarity between the leaders of state executive and legislative branches is that

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they are usually elected by popular vote.

Question 3

What are the two smallest forms of government in the United States?

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county and municipal

Question 4

In what way are the commission system and council-manager system similar?

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Both systems have mayors who do not have much power.

Question 5

To which court system do city courts belong?

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the state court system

Question 6

In the commission system, each commissioner runs one aspect of government. In the council-manager system, the city manager

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runs the day-to-day operations of a city.

Question 7

Passing laws, creating courts, and collecting taxes are examples of

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concurrent powers.

Question 8

Which of these powers are under the control of the states?

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creating local governments

Question 9

Which statement best supports the idea that the council-manager system is an effective form of city government?

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It is a plan that is still used in many cities today.

Question 10

In state government, what does the office of the secretary of state do?

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It oversees state agencies and elections.

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