Which of the following describes city charters correctly?

a. The state issues a single charter that city voters may adopt for their cities.
b. Charters define the power of elected officials in general law cities.
c. Home rule city voters approve of their city’s charter.
d. Charters can allow cities to provide functions even if contrary to state law.
e. City charters are nullified if a city’s population falls below 5,000.


c. Home rule city voters approve of their city’s charter.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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The Federalists believed individual rights were protected by a. the balance of power outlined in the Constitution

b. limiting federal power through the creation of checks and balances. c. the federal structure created by the Constitution. d. God.

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The Texas Lieutenant Governor is chosen

a. by the Governor. b. by voters in a statewide election. c. by vote of the Senate. d. by vote of the entire Texas legislature. e. by appointing the person receiving the second largest vote for governor.

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When the U.S. Supreme Court agrees to hear a case appealed to it from a circuit court, it is exercising its __________ jurisdiction

a. original b. constitutional c. mandatory d. appellate

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