State Offices Matching Quiz
Name:________________________________
Date:____________________
Match the state government office with its role in the government.
| 1. ____
Takes care of legal matters for the state, gives legal advice to the State
Officers and members of the Executive Branch, and represents the state in
court.
2. ____ Serves students by providing leadership and resources for schools, school districts, and community colleges. 3. ____ Develops and manages travel within the state. 4. ____ Is elected with the Governor and acts as the President of the Senate. If the Governor is not able to work, this office will act for the Governor. 5. ____ Provides service to and protection of the state's population through law enforcement. 6. ____ Is responsible for the supervision and management of convicted felons, and assists victims of crime. 7. ____ Is the chief officer of the state and has the duty to make sure that the laws made by the General Assembly are properly executed. |
8. ____
Collects, preserves, and makes available for research the historically
significant records of the state, as well as private manuscripts, local
government records, photographs, and other materials.
9. ____ Assists families and individuals with programs and services promoting self-sufficiency and independence. 10. ____ Provides earth-science information to the public to enhance understanding of geologic processes, materials, and resources, and supports prudent management and use of land, water, mineral, and energy resources. 11. ____ Keeps the state's public records and documents, and serves as the Commissioner of Elections. 12. ____ Works with communities, businesses, and economic development organizations to enhance the economy, create quality jobs, and develop infrastructure. |
| A.
Governor
B. Treasurer C. Lieutenant Governor D. Education E. Secretary of State F. Transportation G. Public Safety H. Human Services |
I.
Corrections or Criminal Justice
J. Attorney General K. Agriculture L. Commerce M. Geological Survey N. Archives or Historical Society O. Taxation or Revenue P. State Library |
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