Unit 4 notes Flashcards
Bicameral definition?
Having two branches or chambers
What is the intention of the principle “one man, one vote” when determining legislative
district boundaries?
To show that individuals should have equal representation when voting
What is revenue from property taxes designated for?
Local government and public schools
Which of the following describes the source of revenue for state services such as road construction and state parks?
- property tax
- Licenses fees
- Federal grants
What does the constitutional principle initiative do?
Give oklahoma citizens the authority to propose laws through a statewide vote of the people
Why was the oklahoma constitution considered progressive in the beginning?
It allowed initiative and referendum
A modern issue in Oklahoma is the debate between the governor and some
Native American tribal leaders over?
Gaming and casinos
What is it called when the voting behavior and party identification of an area changes significantly over time?
Political realignment
Which of the following is NOT included in tribal sovereignty?
Exemption from federal laws
The authority of federally recognized tribes to impose taxes, pass laws, and create court systems for the people they govern is?
Tribal sovereignty
Which of these events led to increased support for socialism in Oklahoma?
Increased economic hardships faced by farmers
What was the most significant result of the Green Corn Rebellion on Oklahoma politics?
It brought an end to the oklahoma socialist party
Early in our state’s history, labor unions fought for?
Higher wages and shorter work weeks
Which issue did Socialist candidates in Oklahoma NOT support?
The reduction of state taxes on the wealthy
Which of the following statements describes how the referendum provision of the Oklahoma Constitution increases the legislative control of citizens?
“The provision allows citizens to vote on laws passed by legislature”
Which of the following statements accurately describes the direct primary provision in the Oklahoma Constitution?
Citizens vote in a preliminary election to select the candidates for each political party.
What constitutional principle gives Oklahoma citizens the authority to propose laws through a statewide vote of the people?
The constitutional principle initiative (cpi)
In the United States, what occurs when state laws conflict with national laws?
National law is enforced when the two conflict
Revenue from property taxes is designated for local government and?
Public schools
The Legislative Branch of the United States and the Legislative Branch of Oklahoma are both?
Bicameral
Which of the following is the final step for a bill to become an Oklahoma law?
The last step is for the governor to sign the bill
the election maps above illustrate which element of oklahomas history
political realignment
the map above shows the legislative district boundaries for oklahoma count. why do some districts include more land area than others?
determined by the population and population density varies
the state legislature passes a bill
supreme court determines violates the constitution
the scenario above is an example of what principle of government?
checks and balances
