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Study Guide Flashcards

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What does the eagle represent?

A

The United States

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When was the state flag adopted?

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July 1, 1970

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What do the stars on the shield represent?

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The first thirteen states to gain statehood

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What do the 2 dates on the boulder represent?

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The date Illinois became a state (1818) and the date the official seal was adopted (1868)

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What is the Illinois nickname?

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Prairie state

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5
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What is the name of the state song?

A

Illinois

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Who wrote the lyrics to the state song?

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C. H. Chamberlain

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Who does the state song honor?

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Illinois, for the bravery of its citizens during the war

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when did Illinois gain statehood?

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December 3, 1818

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What is Illinois statehood number?

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21st

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What states border Illinois?

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Kentucky, Indiana, Wisconsin, Missouri, Iowa

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According to Article III, who may not vote?

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Those in jail at the time of the election

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Article IV: What is the name of the House and Senate in Illinois?

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General Assembly

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Article IV: Who signs bills into law?

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Governor

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Article V: Who heads the executive branch in Illinois?

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Governor

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Article V: what is the name of the governor?

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Pat Quinn

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Article V: how long is the governors term of office?

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4 years

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Article V: what are the powers of the head of Illinois?

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Vetoing or approving bills, appointing state officials, commander in chief of armed forces, grants pardons, responsible for overall enforcement of laws

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Article VI: how many courts in Illinois judicial branch?

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3

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Name the courts in Illinois judicial branch

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Circuit courts, appellate courts, Illinois Supreme Court

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Article X: what does the Illinois constitution require the state to do?

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Provide a free and public school system to extend through high school

21
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What right does Article XI give to Illinois citizens?

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A healthful environment

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Article XII: who is the commander in chief of the Illinois national guard?

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The governor

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Article XII: when might the states militia be used?

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To enforce laws, suppress uprisings, prevent invasion

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Article XIII: who is not allowed to hold public office in Illinois?

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No one convicted of serious crimes

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Article XIV: who decides if a constitution convention is needed?

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Voters in the state

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Article XIV: how often can a constitutional convention be held?

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Every 21 years

27
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What are the three largest cities in Illinois?

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Chicago, Aurora, Rockford

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