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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?
- Congress (correct)
- The Supreme Court
- The President
- The Governor
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?
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.
Religion and state must be?
Religion and state must be?
_____________ moneys cannot be used to support religion.
_____________ moneys cannot be used to support religion.
There is no ___________ requirement for office.
There is no ___________ requirement for office.
The accused has the right to a speedy _______.
The accused has the right to a speedy _______.
The accused has the right to call________ to testify on their behalf.
The accused has the right to call________ to testify on their behalf.
The accused has the right to ________ if convicted.
The accused has the right to ________ if convicted.
What are the branches of government?
What are the branches of government?
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.
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 _______________.
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?
What is the process of passing legislature called?
What is the process of passing legislature called?
The governor cannot____ a referendum or initiative measure passed by the people.
The governor cannot____ a referendum or initiative measure passed by the people.
How many representatives does the house of representatives have from each district?
How many representatives does the house of representatives have from each district?
How many members does the senate have?
How many members does the senate have?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
There can be ____ subject per act.
There can be ____ subject per act.
Members of the legislature cannot serve more than ____ consecutive terms.
Members of the legislature cannot serve more than ____ consecutive terms.
Governor, Attorney General, State Treasurer are all members of the _____________ branch?
Governor, Attorney General, State Treasurer are all members of the _____________ branch?
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.
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.
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?
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?
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.
The decisions of the supreme court are available freely to the _______.
The decisions of the supreme court are available freely to the _______.
Judges on the superior court are elected by qualified ______.
Judges on the superior court are elected by qualified ______.
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 _____________.
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.
__________ ___________ of the supreme court can serve on more than one appointment committee.
__________ ___________ of the supreme court can serve on more than one appointment committee.
In criminal cases involving the death penalty, the jury must have _____ people.
In criminal cases involving the death penalty, the jury must have _____ people.
An elected officer can be removed from office by a process called?
An elected officer can be removed from office by a process called?
The house of representatives has the power to?
The house of representatives has the power to?
______ on a specific class of property must be uniformly assigned.
______ on a specific class of property must be uniformly assigned.
Property subject to __________ includes none of federal, state, county and municipal property.
Property subject to __________ includes none of federal, state, county and municipal property.
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.
______________ __________ can levy special assessments to make local improvements.
______________ __________ can levy special assessments to make local improvements.
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.
Car owners face a _____________ tax.
Car owners face a _____________ tax.
The economic estimates commission estimates total personal __________ for the coming year.
The economic estimates commission estimates total personal __________ for the coming year.
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.
The ____ ____________ tax yearly increase can't exceed ten percent.
The ____ ____________ tax yearly increase can't exceed ten percent.
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.
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.
The constitution requires that the ___________ provide for all types of school.
The constitution requires that the ___________ provide for all types of school.
The county ________ fund is provided for by the laws of the legislature.
The county ________ fund is provided for by the laws of the legislature.
Counties are Counties of the _________.
Counties are Counties of the _________.
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.
County officers are ______________ by the voters.
County officers are ______________ by the voters.
A county ________ becomes the organic law of the county.
A county ________ becomes the organic law of the county.
_______ ______ in Arizona requires an 8 hour work day.
_______ ______ in Arizona requires an 8 hour work day.
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.
The defense of contributory negligence is determined by the ______.
The defense of contributory negligence is determined by the ______.
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?
Worker blacklists are?
Worker blacklists are?
Property on Indian reservation is not taxed by the _________.
Property on Indian reservation is not taxed by the _________.
In Arizona, schools are conducted in ___________.
In Arizona, schools are conducted in ___________.
Public retirement funds must be separate and _______________
Public retirement funds must be separate and _______________
___________ 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.
________ must apply equally to all people and corporations.
________ must apply equally to all people and corporations.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
A ___________ is required for each house to do business.
A ___________ is required for each house to do business.
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.
Flashcards
When did Arizona achieve statehood?
When did Arizona achieve statehood?
The state of Arizona was officially admitted to the United States on this date.
What is the source of governmental authority in Arizona?
What is the source of governmental authority in Arizona?
The people of Arizona are the source of power for the government. This means they have given their consent to be governed.
What is the relationship between Federal laws and state laws in Arizona?
What is the relationship between Federal laws and state laws in Arizona?
Federal laws take precedence over state laws, meaning they are more important and must be followed.
What does the separation of religion and state mean in Arizona?
What does the separation of religion and state mean in Arizona?
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Can public funds be used to support religious activities?
Can public funds be used to support religious activities?
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Is a religious test required to hold office in Arizona?
Is a religious test required to hold office in Arizona?
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What rights do accused individuals have in Arizona?
What rights do accused individuals have in Arizona?
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What right does a convicted individual have after a trial?
What right does a convicted individual have after a trial?
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How is the Arizona government structured?
How is the Arizona government structured?
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What is the role of the legislative branch in Arizona?
What is the role of the legislative branch in Arizona?
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How many members are there in the Arizona House of Representatives?
How many members are there in the Arizona House of Representatives?
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How many members are there in the Arizona Senate?
How many members are there in the Arizona Senate?
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How is a special legislative session initiated in Arizona?
How is a special legislative session initiated in Arizona?
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What are the qualifications to be a member of the Arizona legislature?
What are the qualifications to be a member of the Arizona legislature?
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When does the annual legislative session begin in Arizona?
When does the annual legislative session begin in Arizona?
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How can a member of the Arizona legislature be removed?
How can a member of the Arizona legislature be removed?
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What is the process for passing a bill in the Arizona legislature?
What is the process for passing a bill in the Arizona legislature?
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What is the one-subject rule in Arizona lawmaking?
What is the one-subject rule in Arizona lawmaking?
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What is the term limit for members of the Arizona legislature?
What is the term limit for members of the Arizona legislature?
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What is the role of the executive branch in Arizona?
What is the role of the executive branch in Arizona?
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Who are some of the key leaders of the Arizona executive branch?
Who are some of the key leaders of the Arizona executive branch?
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What are the qualifications for holding an executive office in Arizona?
What are the qualifications for holding an executive office in Arizona?
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What happens if the Governor leaves office in Arizona?
What happens if the Governor leaves office in Arizona?
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What is the role of the Arizona Supreme Court?
What is the role of the Arizona Supreme Court?
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What is the term for the chief justice of the Arizona Supreme Court?
What is the term for the chief justice of the Arizona Supreme Court?
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Are the decisions of the Arizona Supreme Court public?
Are the decisions of the Arizona Supreme Court public?
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Who elects Superior Court judges in Arizona?
Who elects Superior Court judges in Arizona?
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How many members are on a jury for a death penalty trial in Arizona?
How many members are on a jury for a death penalty trial in Arizona?
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How can an elected official in Arizona be removed from office?
How can an elected official in Arizona be removed from office?
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Who holds the power of impeachment in Arizona?
Who holds the power of impeachment in Arizona?
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How are property taxes allocated in Arizona?
How are property taxes allocated in Arizona?
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Who might receive property tax exemptions in Arizona?
Who might receive property tax exemptions in Arizona?
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Who projects personal income for the upcoming year in Arizona?
Who projects personal income for the upcoming year in Arizona?
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Who can benefit from property valuation limits in Arizona?
Who can benefit from property valuation limits in Arizona?
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What is needed to increase state taxes in Arizona?
What is needed to increase state taxes in Arizona?
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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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Prepare for the AEPA US/Arizona Constitution Test with these helpful flashcards. Each card covers key concepts, dates, and principles related to the Arizona Constitution and its history. Test your knowledge and ensure you're ready for the exam.
