Central Methodist University - HI 103

1)Examine the organization of the Missouri Constitution at: http://www.moga.mo.gov/mostatutes/moconstn.html. What do each of the following sections establish? Use brief phrases in your answer, for example - "Article I establishes state Bill of Rights."

2. Under the Missouri Constitution, which branch of state government is charged with enforcing laws?

3. True or False: The Preamble makes it clear that the people established the constitution and tells why they did so.

4. True or False: The 1875 Constitution placed limits on state and local government.

5. True or False: The Missouri Court Plan was designed to remove political considerations from the appointment of state judges.

6. Under the Missouri judicial system, which of the following has original jurisdiction over civil and criminal cases in the state?

1. Circuit Courts
2. Municipal Courts
3. Supreme Court
4. Court of Appeals

7. True or False: Profits from the Missouri Lottery are supposed to be used for education only.

8. Which type of legal cases concern differences of opinion between two or more persons?

1. Felony cases
2. Criminal cases
3. Civil cases
4. Misdemeanor cases