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What is the act of selecting judges for certain courts commonly referred to as?
What is the act of selecting judges for certain courts commonly referred to as?
- Nominating
- Electing
- Meeting
- Appointing (correct)
Which of the following methods is NOT a way that public officials are chosen?
Which of the following methods is NOT a way that public officials are chosen?
- Election
- Selection by a committee (correct)
- Both election and appointment
- Appointment
In what time frame will a new president take office according to the statement provided?
In what time frame will a new president take office according to the statement provided?
- Future (correct)
- Nostalgic
- Past
- Present
Which scenario describes a method of selecting public officials?
Which scenario describes a method of selecting public officials?
What term refers to voting for a public official?
What term refers to voting for a public official?
What implication does the statement about the future president have regarding current events?
What implication does the statement about the future president have regarding current events?
Which option best describes the selection of judges?
Which option best describes the selection of judges?
When would it be appropriate for a person to wear a campaign button?
When would it be appropriate for a person to wear a campaign button?
Who is responsible for managing the day-to-day activities of a city, once hired?
Who is responsible for managing the day-to-day activities of a city, once hired?
What is often the outcome of a public election?
What is often the outcome of a public election?
When discussing public officials, which of the following statements is accurate?
When discussing public officials, which of the following statements is accurate?
Which of the following public offices are typically filled through elections?
Which of the following public offices are typically filled through elections?
In many communities, who selects the city manager?
In many communities, who selects the city manager?
What does the President of the United States have the authority to do regarding judges?
What does the President of the United States have the authority to do regarding judges?
Which of the following best describes a public meeting?
Which of the following best describes a public meeting?
What is one duty of the city council in relation to public officials?
What is one duty of the city council in relation to public officials?
What can citizens do in a public meeting?
What can citizens do in a public meeting?
Which of these leads the smallest form of government?
Which of these leads the smallest form of government?
How is a mayor like a president?
How is a mayor like a president?
If a citizen wants to voice their concerns to their local government, what is the most appropriate way to do so?
If a citizen wants to voice their concerns to their local government, what is the most appropriate way to do so?
What is one responsibility of a mayor?
What is one responsibility of a mayor?
What is usually discussed during a public meeting?
What is usually discussed during a public meeting?
Which role is responsible for enforcing local laws?
Which role is responsible for enforcing local laws?
What does a voting booth symbolize?
What does a voting booth symbolize?
Flashcards
Public Meeting
Public Meeting
A meeting where citizens can talk to officials about things like problems or ask them questions.
Citizen's role in a public meeting
Citizen's role in a public meeting
Citizens can tell officials about problems and ask questions.
Smallest form of government
Smallest form of government
The local government, such as a mayor.
Local Leader
Local Leader
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Mayor vs. President
Mayor vs. President
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Similarities between mayor and president
Similarities between mayor and president
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Voting Booth
Voting Booth
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Role of Leaders
Role of Leaders
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Voting for a public official
Voting for a public official
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Election
Election
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Public Official
Public Official
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Choosing a Mayor
Choosing a Mayor
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Choosing Governor
Choosing Governor
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Choosing President
Choosing President
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Elected
Elected
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Appointed
Appointed
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How are public officials chosen?
How are public officials chosen?
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Future Election
Future Election
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Current President
Current President
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President of the United States
President of the United States
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How to choose a President
How to choose a President
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Study Notes
Public Meetings
- Citizens can tell officials about problems, ask questions of officials, or both.
Smallest Form of Government
- The local mayor leads the smallest form of government.
Mayor vs. President
- Mayors and presidents are both leaders.
Voting
- Voting for a public official is called an election.
Election Buttons
- People wear buttons to show support for a candidate during an election.
Local Government
- Local government often includes a mayor and city council.
- These officials are elected by the people.
- Sometimes a city manager handles certain details for the city.
Presidential Appointments
- The President can appoint judges to certain courts.
Public Official Selection
- Public officials can be chosen through election, appointment, or both.
Future Election
- The next presidential election will take place in the future.
Texas Governor
- Greg Abbott became the governor of Texas in January 2015.
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Description
This quiz covers key concepts related to local government, including the roles of mayors, voting procedures, and public meetings. Understand the differences between public officials, such as mayors and presidents, as well as the electoral process in local governance. Test your knowledge on the structure and function of local government.
