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The boundaries of the state of Arizona can only be changed by?
The boundaries of the state of Arizona can only be changed by?
When did Arizona become a state?
When did Arizona become a state?
1912
Where does the power of government come from?
Where does the power of government come from?
The people
Federal law takes precedence over?
Federal law takes precedence over?
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People can express themselves freely as long as they don't ____________ the right.
People can express themselves freely as long as they don't ____________ the right.
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Religion and state must be?
Religion and state must be?
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_____________ moneys cannot be used to support religion.
_____________ moneys cannot be used to support religion.
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There is no ___________ requirement for office.
There is no ___________ requirement for office.
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The accused has the right to a speedy _______.
The accused has the right to a speedy _______.
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The accused has the right to call________ to testify on their behalf.
The accused has the right to call________ to testify on their behalf.
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The accused has the right to ________ if convicted.
The accused has the right to ________ if convicted.
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What are the branches of government?
What are the branches of government?
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The Legislative branch is made up of the _____________ and the house of representatives.
The Legislative branch is made up of the _____________ and the house of representatives.
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The Legislative branch is made up of the senate and the house of _______________.
The Legislative branch is made up of the senate and the house of _______________.
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What is a general vote by the electorate on a single political question that has been referred to them for a direct decision?
What is a general vote by the electorate on a single political question that has been referred to them for a direct decision?
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What is the process of passing legislature called?
What is the process of passing legislature called?
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The governor cannot____ a referendum or initiative measure passed by the people.
The governor cannot____ a referendum or initiative measure passed by the people.
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How many representatives does the house of representatives have from each district?
How many representatives does the house of representatives have from each district?
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How many members does the senate have?
How many members does the senate have?
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A special session of the legislature can be called by presenting the governor with a petition signed by _____ of the members in each house.
A special session of the legislature can be called by presenting the governor with a petition signed by _____ of the members in each house.
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A member of the legislature must be a US Citizen and ____ years old.
A member of the legislature must be a US Citizen and ____ years old.
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A member of the legislature must be a US Citizen and an Arizona resident for ______ years.
A member of the legislature must be a US Citizen and an Arizona resident for ______ years.
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Each annual session of the Arizona legislature begins on the _________________ Monday of January.
Each annual session of the Arizona legislature begins on the _________________ Monday of January.
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Each house establishes its own rules for its member and may expel them by ______ votes.
Each house establishes its own rules for its member and may expel them by ______ votes.
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A bill must be read ________ different times on __________ different days before it is passed.
A bill must be read ________ different times on __________ different days before it is passed.
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There can be ____ subject per act.
There can be ____ subject per act.
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Members of the legislature cannot serve more than ____ consecutive terms.
Members of the legislature cannot serve more than ____ consecutive terms.
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Governor, Attorney General, State Treasurer are all members of the _____________ branch?
Governor, Attorney General, State Treasurer are all members of the _____________ branch?
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Officers of the executive branch must be a US citizen and at least ______ years old.
Officers of the executive branch must be a US citizen and at least ______ years old.
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Officers of the executive branch must be US citizens and Arizona residents for at least _____ years.
Officers of the executive branch must be US citizens and Arizona residents for at least _____ years.
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If the governor resigns or is removed from office, who assumes the office until the holding of a special election?
If the governor resigns or is removed from office, who assumes the office until the holding of a special election?
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What is the minimum number of justices that are required on the supreme court?
What is the minimum number of justices that are required on the supreme court?
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The normal term for a chief justice of the supreme court is _____ years.
The normal term for a chief justice of the supreme court is _____ years.
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The decisions of the supreme court are available freely to the _______.
The decisions of the supreme court are available freely to the _______.
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Judges on the superior court are elected by qualified ______.
Judges on the superior court are elected by qualified ______.
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The supreme court, the court of appeals and the superior court are all courts of _____________.
The supreme court, the court of appeals and the superior court are all courts of _____________.
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A judicial officer forfeits his office if he leaves the state for more than ______ days without an extended leave of absence.
A judicial officer forfeits his office if he leaves the state for more than ______ days without an extended leave of absence.
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__________ ___________ of the supreme court can serve on more than one appointment committee.
__________ ___________ of the supreme court can serve on more than one appointment committee.
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In criminal cases involving the death penalty, the jury must have _____ people.
In criminal cases involving the death penalty, the jury must have _____ people.
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An elected officer can be removed from office by a process called?
An elected officer can be removed from office by a process called?
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The house of representatives has the power to?
The house of representatives has the power to?
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______ on a specific class of property must be uniformly assigned.
______ on a specific class of property must be uniformly assigned.
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Property subject to __________ includes none of federal, state, county and municipal property.
Property subject to __________ includes none of federal, state, county and municipal property.
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Widowers and the disabled can be exempt from ________ tax depending on the assessment limit and their income.
Widowers and the disabled can be exempt from ________ tax depending on the assessment limit and their income.
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______________ __________ can levy special assessments to make local improvements.
______________ __________ can levy special assessments to make local improvements.
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The debts of the unified school district cannot exceed more than ______ of the taxable property.
The debts of the unified school district cannot exceed more than ______ of the taxable property.
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Car owners face a _____________ tax.
Car owners face a _____________ tax.
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The economic estimates commission estimates total personal __________ for the coming year.
The economic estimates commission estimates total personal __________ for the coming year.
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The property valuation protection option is available only to those ____ and older who qualify.
The property valuation protection option is available only to those ____ and older who qualify.
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The ____ ____________ tax yearly increase can't exceed ten percent.
The ____ ____________ tax yearly increase can't exceed ten percent.
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An increase in state taxes requires a ________ vote of each house in the legislature.
An increase in state taxes requires a ________ vote of each house in the legislature.
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The state can lease lands for mineral purposes for a period of ____ years.
The state can lease lands for mineral purposes for a period of ____ years.
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The constitution requires that the ___________ provide for all types of school.
The constitution requires that the ___________ provide for all types of school.
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The county ________ fund is provided for by the laws of the legislature.
The county ________ fund is provided for by the laws of the legislature.
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Counties are Counties of the _________.
Counties are Counties of the _________.
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Sheriff, a county attorney, a recorder, a treasurer, an assessor, a superintendent of schools and at least three supervisors are all _____________ officers.
Sheriff, a county attorney, a recorder, a treasurer, an assessor, a superintendent of schools and at least three supervisors are all _____________ officers.
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County officers are ______________ by the voters.
County officers are ______________ by the voters.
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A county ________ becomes the organic law of the county.
A county ________ becomes the organic law of the county.
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_______ ______ in Arizona requires an 8 hour work day.
_______ ______ in Arizona requires an 8 hour work day.
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A child _____________ or under cannot work for money during the hours of the school day.
A child _____________ or under cannot work for money during the hours of the school day.
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The defense of contributory negligence is determined by the ______.
The defense of contributory negligence is determined by the ______.
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What leads to a person not collecting money from damages made due to their own negligence?
What leads to a person not collecting money from damages made due to their own negligence?
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Worker blacklists are?
Worker blacklists are?
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Property on Indian reservation is not taxed by the _________.
Property on Indian reservation is not taxed by the _________.
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In Arizona, schools are conducted in ___________.
In Arizona, schools are conducted in ___________.
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Public retirement funds must be separate and _______________
Public retirement funds must be separate and _______________
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___________ cannot be written for any reason and cannot grant privileges or immunity for one person.
___________ cannot be written for any reason and cannot grant privileges or immunity for one person.
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________ must apply equally to all people and corporations.
________ must apply equally to all people and corporations.
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A bill of ___________ is when a law is enacted retroactively to declare a person guilty of a crime.
A bill of ___________ is when a law is enacted retroactively to declare a person guilty of a crime.
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An indictment for a _________ cannot happen without a preliminary hearing before a magistrate.
An indictment for a _________ cannot happen without a preliminary hearing before a magistrate.
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Initiative and referendum become laws only by a ___ vote in an election with the approval of the governor.
Initiative and referendum become laws only by a ___ vote in an election with the approval of the governor.
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The power of initiative and referendum are available to people who ___________ with the required number of signatures.
The power of initiative and referendum are available to people who ___________ with the required number of signatures.
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The power of initiative and referendum are available to ___________ cities, towns, and counties.
The power of initiative and referendum are available to ___________ cities, towns, and counties.
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A member of _______________ cannot hold any other position with the state of Arizona or city or county except for school trustee or teacher.
A member of _______________ cannot hold any other position with the state of Arizona or city or county except for school trustee or teacher.
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A member of ________ cannot be held civilly or criminally liable for anything said in the legislature.
A member of ________ cannot be held civilly or criminally liable for anything said in the legislature.
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A ___________ is required for each house to do business.
A ___________ is required for each house to do business.
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In an election for ______________ branch officers, if there is a tie the two houses of the legislature elect one of the people.
In an election for ______________ branch officers, if there is a tie the two houses of the legislature elect one of the people.
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Study Notes
Arizona Constitution Test Key Facts
- The boundaries of Arizona can only be modified by Congress.
- Arizona achieved statehood in 1912.
- Government authority is derived from the people.
- Federal law supersedes all other laws.
- Individuals have the right to express their views unless they abuse that right.
- There must be a separation of religion and state in governance.
- Public funds cannot support religious activities.
- No religious test is required to hold office in Arizona.
- The accused is entitled to a speedy trial and the right to call witnesses in their defense.
- Convicted individuals have the right to appeal their sentence.
Government Structure
- Arizona's government is divided into three branches: executive, legislative, and judicial.
- Legislative branch consists of the Senate and House of Representatives.
- The House of Representatives has two representatives per district, totaling 60 members.
- The Arizona Senate is made up of 30 members.
- A special legislative session can be initiated by a petition signed by two-thirds of house members.
Legislative Processes
- A legislator must be a U.S. citizen, at least 25 years old, and an Arizona resident for three years.
- The annual legislative session starts on the second Monday of January.
- Each house may expel members with a two-thirds vote.
- A legislative bill must be read three times on three separate days before passing.
- Each legislative act must address one subject only.
- Legislators are limited to four consecutive terms in office.
Executive Branch
- Key positions include Governor, Attorney General, and State Treasurer, all part of the executive branch.
- Executive branch officers must be U.S. citizens, at least 23 years old, and Arizona residents for at least five years.
- Should the governor leave office, the Secretary of State assumes duties until a special election.
Judicial System
- The Arizona Supreme Court requires a minimum of five justices.
- The term for a chief justice in the Supreme Court is six years.
- Supreme Court decisions are accessible to the public.
- Judges on the Superior Court are elected by eligible voters.
- Criminal trials involving the death penalty require a jury of twelve.
Voting and Taxes
- Elected officers may be removed via recall elections.
- The House of Representatives holds the power of impeachment.
- Tax assessments must be uniformly allocated across specified classes of property.
- Certain vulnerable groups, such as widowers and the disabled, may receive property tax exemptions.
Income and Expenditures
- The economic estimates commission projects personal income for the upcoming year.
- Property valuations under certain options are limited to individuals aged 65 and older.
- Increases in state taxes necessitate a two-thirds legislative vote.
Labor Laws and Social Provisions
- Labor laws enforce an eight-hour workday.
- Children under 14 are prohibited from working during school hours.
- Activities such as worker blacklisting are deemed illegal.
Remedies and Legal Procedures
- Contributory negligence can impact claims of damages in personal injury cases, determined by a jury.
- Property on Indian reservations is exempt from state taxation.
- Laws must apply equally to all individuals and entities, prohibiting special privileges for any person.
- An indictment for a felony necessitates a preliminary hearing.
Initiative and Referendum
- Initiatives and referendums require a majority vote from the electorate and must receive gubernatorial approval to become law.
- The power of these processes is available to incorporated cities, towns, and counties in Arizona.
Miscellaneous
- Members of the legislature are exempt from civil or criminal liability for statements made while in office.
- A quorum is necessary for the legislature to conduct business.
- In case of a tie in the election of executive branch officers, the two houses of the legislature will elect the final candidate.
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