Question 1

All of the following are provisions found in both the U.S. Constitution and in state constitutions EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

State constitutions often include provisions for direct democracy, such as initiatives and referendums, which are not found in the U.S. Constitution.

Question 2

All of these are considered state operating budget expenses EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

Building projects are typically considered capital expenses, not operating budget expenses.

Question 3

The dominant shared views among the people of a community regarding the role of government and who should participate in government comprise that community's

Accepted Answer

Political culture refers to the set of shared views and normative judgments held by a community regarding the role of government and who should participate in it.

Question 4

According to Dillon's Rule, local governments

Accepted Answer

Dillon's Rule states that local governments are created by state governments and derive their powers from the state, making them "creatures of the state."

Question 5

Which of the following provisions is/are contained in the majority of state constitutions but NOT in the U.S. Constitution?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following provisions is/are contained...

Question 6

What type of law requires national, state, and local governments to conduct policy-making meetings in public?

Accepted Answer

Open meeting laws, often referred to as "sunshine laws," require government bodies to hold meetings in public to ensure transparency and accountability in the decision-making process.

Question 7

In states with a strong moralistic political culture, voter turnout tends to be

Accepted Answer

In states with a strong moralistic political culture, there is a belief in the importance of civic duty and participation, which typically leads to higher voter turnout.

Question 8

Which of the following is an instrument used in direct democracy that allows citizens to remove an elected official before the end of the individual's term?

Accepted Answer

A recall is a procedure that allows citizens to remove and replace a public official before the end of their term of office.

Question 9

Citizens are typically within the jurisdiction of how many governments?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Citizens are typically within the jurisdiction of...

Question 10

According to those in a traditionalistic political culture, what is the purpose of government?

Accepted Answer

In a traditionalistic political culture, the purpose of government is to maintain the status quo and preserve established social orders and hierarchies.

Question 11

Which of the following demographic demands places the LEAST amount of stress on state and local governments?

Accepted Answer

The number of registered voters places the least stress on state and local governments compared to the other options, which require more resources and services such as education, healthcare, and social support.

Question 12

Which of the following makes up the largest proportion of local budgets?

Accepted Answer

Education typically makes up the largest proportion of local budgets as it is a primary responsibility of local governments, often requiring significant funding for schools, staff, and educational programs.

Question 13

Texas and Alaska raise so much money from taxes on the extraction of natural resources that they do not have to impose individual income taxes. A tax on the extraction of a natural resource is known as a ________ tax.

Accepted Answer

A tax on the extraction of a natural resource is known as a severance tax.

Question 14

State law frequently offers ________ fundamental rights than the U.S. Constitution and national law guarantee.

Accepted Answer

State law can provide broader fundamental rights than those guaranteed by the U.S. Constitution and national law, as long as they do not infringe on federal rights.

Question 15

Which of the following describes the interaction of two or more governments in their collective efforts to provide goods and services to the people?

Accepted Answer

Intergovernmental relations refer to the interactions and collaborations between different levels of government, such as federal, state, and local, in their efforts to provide goods and services to the public.

Question 16

The opportunity granted by state government for citizens to write, adopt, and amend local government charters at the city and county level is known as

Accepted Answer

Home rule is the authority granted to local governments to write, adopt, and amend their own charters, allowing them to govern themselves with greater autonomy from the state government.

Question 17

The day-to-day costs of government operations are covered by its

Accepted Answer

The operating budget covers the day-to-day costs of government operations.

Question 18

Which of the following affects the financial resources of a government?

Accepted Answer

All of the listed factors can affect the financial resources of a government. Diversity of people can affect the tax base and the demand for government services. Climate can affect the cost of providing infrastructure and services. Natural resources can provide a source of revenue or a drain on resources. Diversity of political cultures can affect the level of government spending and the allocation of resources.

Question 19

How many states constitutionally require balanced yearly budgets?

Accepted Answer

49 states have some form of balanced budget requirement, though the specifics can vary. Vermont is the only state without such a requirement.

Question 20

As of 2015, which of the following takes up the largest amount of state expenditures?

Accepted Answer

Public welfare typically takes up the largest portion of state expenditures, as it includes significant spending on programs like Medicaid and other social services.

Quiz 19: State and Local Government