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How old do you have to be to be elected to the executive branch?

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25 years old

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Highest executive office in IL

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Governor

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How long is a governors term?

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4 years

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How many terms can a governor serve?

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Unlimited terms

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What powers do the governor have?

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Appointment
Veto
Pardon
Line item veto

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What is the primary duty of the Secretary of State?

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Motor vehicles, vehicle registration, and license authority

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Which is not an officer of the executive branch?

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Auditor

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If the governor dies or is unable to serve the position is filled by whom?

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Lt. Governor

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The main job of the _____ branch is to enforce laws.

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Executive

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How often does redistricting of the federal congressional districts by the state legislatures take place?

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Every 10 years after census

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A state representative is elected for a term of how long?

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2 years

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The Illinois State Senate has how many members?

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59

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How many members are in the Illinois State House of Representatives?

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118

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What is the legislative branch in Illinois called?

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The General Assembly

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What branch makes laws?

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Legislative

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How are judges chosen in Illinois?

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An election

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How many years is the term for a member of the Illinois Supreme Court?

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10 years

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What branch reviews the laws?

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Judicial

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4 requirements to vote in Illinois

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U.S. Citizen
18 or older
30 days residency
Registered to vote

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What are listed in the Illinois Bill of Rights that are not in the U.S. Bill of Rights?

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Crime victim rights, protection for disabled, and protection for women.

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What is the president capital of Illinois?

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Springfield

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Name two past capital cities of Illinois.

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Kaskaskia & Vandalia

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When did Illinois become a state?

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1818

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Who has primary responsibility for financing public schools?

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The State

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How many branches are in Illinois Government?

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3

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Amendments to the Illinois Constitution are proposed by ____, voted on by the General Assembly by a _____ vote and are ultimately approved by the ______?

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The General Assembly, 3/5, Voters

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