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Missouri Constitution Test Study Guide Flashcards

1
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Describe the state seal

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It consists of the state coat of arms encircled by the words “The Great Seal of the State of Missouri.” A central shield is divided into two parts, one side bearing the arms of the United States and the other, a grizzly bear and a crescent moon. The predominant colors on the shield are red, white, and blue. Two grizzly bears support the shield, and the crest is a helmet and a cloud with a constellation of 24 stars, representing that Missouri was the 24th state admitted to the Union. The shield carries the motto “United We Stand, Divided We Fall.” A scroll below it is inscribed with the state motto, “Salus Populi Suprema Lex Esto”

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What is the MO state motto, and what does it translate to?

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“Salus populi suprema lex esto.”
“The welfare of the people shall
be the supreme law.”

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3
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What is Missouri’s capitol?

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Jefferson City

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4
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What number state is Missouri?

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24th

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5
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When did Missouri become a state?

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1821

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6
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What is Missouri’s nickname?

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The “Show Me State”

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7
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What is the MO state animal?

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Mule

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What is the MO state bird?

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Bluebird

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9
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What is the MO state tree?

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Dogwood

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10
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What is the MO legislative body known as?

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Missouri General Assembly

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11
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What is MO’s Senate also known as?

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The Upper House

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What is the MO House of Representatives also known as?

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The Lower House

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13
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When is MO Legislature in session?

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January to May each year

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14
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How long are the terms for a MO senator?

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4 years

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15
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What is the maximum time a MO senator can be in office?

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8 years

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16
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How many members are in the MO Senate?

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34

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17
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Who presides over the MO Senate?

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The MO Lieutenant Governor

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18
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Who approves the MO Governor’s Appointments?

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The MO Senate

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19
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What qualifications are necessary to become a MO Senator?

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30 years old, qualified MO voter for 3 years, resident of their district for 1 year

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20
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How many members are in the MO House of Representatives?

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163 members

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21
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How long are the terms for a MO House of Representatives member?

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2 years

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22
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What is the maximum time a MO House of Representatives member can be in office?

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8 years

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23
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Who presides over the MO House of Representatives?

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The Speaker of the House

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What are the qualifications for becoming a MO House of Representatives member?

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24 years old, qualified MO voter for 2 years, resident of their district for 1 year

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25
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Who leads the MO Executive Branch?

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The MO Governor

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26
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How long is a MO Governer term?

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4 years

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27
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What is the term limit for a MO Governor?

28
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What are the qualifications for becoming a MO governor?

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30 years old, US citizen for 15 years, MO resident for 10 years

29
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What powers does the governor have?

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– Administers State Laws
– Appoints and Removes officials
– Liaison with Federal Government.
– Recommends laws and budget
– Signs or vetos bills
– Calls special sessions
– Commands national guard
– Grants pardons, reprieves and commutations.
– Ceremonial head of state.

30
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How many years is a term for the MO Lieutenant Governor?

31
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What are the qualifications for becoming the MO Lieutenant Governor?

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30 years old, US citizen for 15 years, MO resident for 10 years

32
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What powers does the Lieutenant Governor have?

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– Ceremonial head of state
– President of the Senate
– Succeeds to governorship if necessary
– Acting Governor when needed
– Volunteer Coordinator
– Ombudsman-investigates citizen’s complaints

33
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What does the MO Secretary of State do?

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– Responsible for providing and preserving
information for the public
– Oversees all elections

34
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What does the MO Attorney General do?

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– Serves as chief legal officer of the state.
– Represents the interests of the government
agencies and citizens.

35
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Who presides over the MO Supreme Court?

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The Chief Justice

36
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How many Justices are in the Supreme Court?

37
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How many years is a term for a Supreme Court Justice?

38
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Within MO, what level of court is the MO Supreme Court?

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Highest Court

39
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When does the MO Supreme Court hear cases?

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On appeal from lower courts and
transferred from appeals courts

40
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What are the requirements for becoming a MO Supreme Court Justice?

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30 years old, US citizen for 15 years, registered voter in MO for 9 years

41
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How many judges are in the Eastern District of the MO Court of Appeals?

42
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How many judges are in the Western District of the MO Court of Appeals?

43
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How many judges are in the Southern District of the MO Court of Appeals?

44
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How long are the terms of office for MO Court of Appeals judges?

45
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What does the MO Court of Appeals do?

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Hears cases on appeal from lower courts.

46
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What are the requirements for becoming a judge for the MO Court of Appeals?

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30 years old, US citizen for 15 years, qualified MO voter for 9 years

47
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Where do all cases under MO state law first go?

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MO Circuit Courts

48
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How long are terms of office for MO Circuit Court judges?

49
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How many Circuit Court Districts does MO have?

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44 Circuit Court Districts

50
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What is a municipality?

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A municipality is an incorporated local government, meaning it is organized under Missouri law with corporate and governmental characteristics. Cities, villages, and towns are considered municipalities. The are typically run by a Mayor and City Council. Maplewood is an example of a municipality.

51
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What is a township?

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A township is a sub-unit of county government with very limited powers. Usually, the main function of a township is road maintenance. There are 23 counties in Missouri with township government, mostly located in the northwest of the state.

52
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What is a county?

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A county is a sub-unit of state government.
Counties carry out crucial state functions
such as taxation and law enforcement. There are 114 counties in Missouri. An example of a county is St. Louis County.

53
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What is a special district?

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A special district is usually a one-service local government. The most common special districts in Missouri provide fire protection, road maintenance, and water supply. An example of this is the Metropolitan Sewer District (MSD)

54
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What is a school district?

A

School districts administer and provide for
public education. In Missouri, they function
under dual control of local and state
governmental mandates.

55
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Who is the current MO Governor?

A

Mike Parson

56
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Who is the current MO Lieutenant Governor?

A

Mike Kehoe

57
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Who is the current MO Attorney General?

A

Andrew Bailey

58
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Who is the current MO Secretary of State?

A

Jay Ashcroft

59
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Who is the current MO State Treasurer?

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Vivek Malek

60
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Who is the MO Senator for District 1?

61
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Who is the MO Senator for District 4?

62
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Who is the MO state representative for District 83?

A

Sarah Unsicker

63
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Who is the MO state representative for District 87?

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Paula Brown

64
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Who are MO’s current Senators in US Congress?

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Josh Hawley and Eric Schmitt

65
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Who is my personal US Congress Representative?

A

Ann Wagner

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