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American Government HELP?
Which of the following groups of state officials usually serve two-year terms? (Points :1)
representatives
senators
governors
supreme court justices
2. Which of the following government offices do some states NOT have? (Points :1)
governor
supreme court
attorney general
secretary of state
3. The majority of state legislatures: (Points :1)
hold a session every other year.
meet for six or more months at a time.
can be called into special session by the governor.
All of the above
4. The qualifications for serving in state legislatures vary, but most state representatives must be at least: (Points :1)
18 years old
21 years old
24 years old
25 years old
5. The heads of state departments and agencies: (Points :1)
are appointed by the governor.
are appointed by the legislature.
are elected by the people.
may be appointed or elected depending on the state.
6. Which of the following officials acts as the banker for the state? (Points :1)
the lieutenant-governor
the state auditor
the state treasurer
the attorney general
7. Which of the following officials often serves as the chief elections officer for a state? (Points :1)
the governor
the attorney general
the comptroller
the secretary of state
8. Which of the following courts is most likely to hear a case involving a dispute over a will? (Points :1)
small claims court
municipal court
probate court
superior court
9. Which of the following state courts is most likely to hear a child-custody case? (Points :1)
probate court
family court
juvenile court
traffic court
10. An appeal of a trial court decision may be heard by: (Points :1)
a superior court.
an appellate court.
a circuit court.
a district court.
Travis Howry



















