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1 What actress was the first African-American to win 6 What type of committee is used when the House and an Academy Award? Senate cannot agree on the passage of a bill?

A. Annette Bening A. Statutory committee B. Hattie McDaniel B. Conference committee C. Inger Stevens C. Select (special) committee D. Kirstie Alley D. Standing committee

2 How is the position of chief justice of the Kansas 7 State Elections are administered by: Supreme Court determined? A. The Federal Election Commission A. The justices elect their own chief justice B. The Department of State B. The position is determined by term seniority C. The Kansas Secretary of State and county C. The selects the chief justice election offices D. The judicial administrator makes the selection D. Local precinct election offices

3 Which term means “a state in which the supreme 8 Which is not a function of the State Board of Regents? power rests in the body of citizens entitled to vote and is exercised by representatives chosen directly A. Regulation of private and out-of-state higher or indirectly by them”? education institutions B. Oversight of community and technical colleges A. Democracy C. Administration of teacher licensing and B. Oligarchy accreditation C. Republican D. Administration of adult education and general D. Federalism education development (GED) programs

Cyrus K. Holliday was the first president of what 4 Kansas entered the Union as the _____ state? 9 railroad? A. 33rd B. 34th A. Union Pacific Railroad C. 35th B. Western Pacific Railroad D. 36th C. Burlington Northern Railroad D. Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railroad

5 What does the term “constitution” mean? 10 Which method of amending the Kansas Constitution A. The system of fundamental principles accord- is the most directly influenced by the voice of the ing to which a nation, state, corporation, or the voters? like, is governed B. The fundamental political principles on which A. Proposals by Legislature a state is governed, especially when considered B. Constitutional convention as embodying the rights of the subjects of that C. Proposals by the people state D. The voters’ convention C. The fundamental law of the D. All of the above Provided by Kansas Secretary of State CyberCivics Kris W. Kobach Comprehensive Exam

11 What is the name given to the group of Native Amer- 16 How many counties were named in honor of a U.S. ican tribes forced to relocate to the president? under the Indian Removal Act of 1830? A. 4 A. Seminoles B. 5 B. Emigrant Indians C. 7 C. Trail of Tears Indians D. 3 D. Southeast Indians

17 A person who resides in one country but was born in 12 The Kansas commissioner of education is selected or belongs to another country and has not acquired by what method? citizenship by naturalization in the country of resi- dence is known as what? A. Appointed by the State Board of Education B. Appointed by the Governor A. A stateless person C. Elected by the voters of Kansas B. An interim national D. Appointed by the State Board of Regents C. A provisional citizen D. An alien

13 Which Kansas county is considered the geographical center of America’s 48 contiguous states? 18 Where does an introduced bill begin to be formally discussed? A. Reno B. Smith A. Between the legislators in the chamber C. Pratt of origin D. Morton B. In a standing committee C. In the committee of the whole D. Between the governor and the sponsors 14 Stone from quarries in which Kansas county was used of the bill for the construction of the Kansas State Capitol?

A. Marion 19 Which statewide officer must meet certain statutory B. Riley qualifications in order to be eligible to run for office? C. Marshall A. Insurance Commissioner D. Chase B. Attorney General C. Governor 15 The Kansas Postsecondary Education Savings D. State Treasurer Program and other education savings plans are administered by which office? 20 Which statewide officer was included in the original A. State Board of Education Kansas constitution until a constitutional amend- B. State Board of Regents ment changed the position to a statutorial one? C. State Treasurer D. Secretary of State A. Secretary of State B. Insurance Commissioner C. Superintendent of public instruction D. State Treasurer Provided by Kansas Secretary of State CyberCivics Kris W. Kobach Comprehensive Exam

21 This Kansan was one of the greatest pitcher in the 26 A person unhappy with a decision in the municipal history of Major League Baseball. court would take it where for an appeal?

A. Christy Mathewson A. B. Sandy Koufax B. Kansas Court of Appeals C. Walter Johnson C. The applicable district court D. Nolan Ryan D. The city clerk’s office

22 Donald K. Ross was awarded the Medal of Honor 27 How many counties are in the state of Kansas? during World War II for his actions in what battle? A. 105 A. Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor B. 100 B. Battle of Midway C. 107 C. D-Day D. 101 D. Battle of the Bulge

28 Which state agency is in charge of monitoring funds 23 Both chambers of the Legislature must vote by what used by candidates and organizations during cam- margin to override a governor’s veto? paign cycles?

A. One-half A. The Secretary of State’s Office B. Three-fourths B. The Governor’s Office C. Two-thirds C. The Department of Revenue D. A majority D. The Governmental Ethics Commission

24 In which county is located the first town in Kansas 29 Which term means “government by the few”? that was established by former slaves? A. Democracy A. Norton B. Oligarchy B. Graham C. Republican C. Kiowa D. Federalism D. Scott

30 Of the 24 people to have flown to the Moon, 25 Who led the infamous massacre at Pottawatomie ______was the only one to have been from Kansas. Creek? A. Alan Shepard A. William Quantrill B. Buzz Aldrin B. Henry Ward Beecher C. Michael Collins C. Nathaniel Lyon D. Ron Evans D. John Brown Provided by Kansas Secretary of State CyberCivics Kris W. Kobach Comprehensive Exam

31 What does the Kansas state motto, “Ad astra per 36 The first known photograph of a tornado was taken aspera mean? in which Kansas county?

A. “To the stars through difficulty” A. Smith B. “To the stars through war” B. Logan C. “Never give up” C. Anderson D. “To be, rather than to seem” D. Barton

32 Which statewide office was not created by the Kan- 37 Which Kansas county includes one of the few cities sas Constitution? in the U.S. founded strictly for political reasons?

A. Secretary of State A. Sedgwick B. Insurance Commissioner B. Douglas C. State Treasurer C. Shawnee D. Attorney General D. Riley

33 Who was the 26-year-old delegate at the Wyandotte 38 Who is responsible for the appointment of district Constitutional Convention who coined the Kansas court clerks or administrators? state motto “Ad astra per aspera”? A. The chief judge of each district court A. John James Ingalls B. The chief justice of the supreme court B. Benjamin Franklin Simpson C. The judicial administrator C. James Hanway D. The clerk of the appellate courts D. John Brown

39 The ten amendments that were added to the U.S. 34 These two parties participate in primary elections: Constitution four years after its adoption to address and protect certain rights and freedoms not explic- A. The Reform and Libertarian Parties itly indicated in the body of the constitution are B. The Libertarian and Republican Parties known as what? C. The Libertarian and Democratic Parties A. The Freedom Amendments D. The Democratic and Republican Parties B. The Bill of Rights C. The Jefferson Act 35 A minor child of a naturalized U.S. citizen would D. The Protection Clause become a U.S. citizen by what method?

A. Conferred citizenship 40 How many representatives make up the Kansas B. Acquired citizenship House of Representatives? C. Derivative citizenship A. 40 D. Naturalized citizenship B. 100 C. 125 D. 160 Provided by Kansas Secretary of State CyberCivics Kris W. Kobach Comprehensive Exam

41 Smith Center native Mitch Holthus is best know for 46 Kansas was the first state to pave all of its portion what signature phrase? of Historic Route 66, which runs through which Kansas County? A. “Do you believe in miracles? YES!” B. “Touchdown, Kan-sas City!” A. Montgomery C. “In your life have you seen anything like B. Labette that!?” C. Crawford D. “Juuuuuust a bit outside.” D. Cherokee

42 This act introduced several changes to the Kansas 47 He was the architect of the “greatest turnaround in election system in 2011: college football history.”

A. The Secure and Fair Elections Act A. Tom Osborne B. The Help America Vote Act B. Bill Snyder C. The Uniformed and Overseas Citizens C. Barry Switzer Absentee Voting Act D. Mack Brown D. The Bettering Kansas Elections Act

48 The Kansas Constitution was originally known as the 43 What is a veto called when it deals with the appro- . How many constitutions for priation of money? the future state were proposed before the Wyandotte Constitution? A. Line-item veto B. Fiscal veto A. 6 C. Standard veto B. 2 D. Special-circumstance veto C. 3 D. 1

44 Which is not one of the Kansas insurance commis- sioner’s duties? 49 Famous aviatrix Amelia Earhart, the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean, came from which A. Regulate and license Kansas insurance Kansas county? companies and agents B. Sell insurance to state employees A. Franklin C. Educate and assist consumers B. Atchison D. Investigate insurance-related misconduct C. Ness D. Cloud

45 What were the two most popular professions among the delegates at the constitutional convention? 50 When did Kansas become a state?

A. Physicians and lawyers A. January 1, 1862 B. Mechanics and surveyors B. January 29, 1860 C. Lawyers and merchants C. January 28, 1861 D. Lawyers and farmers D. January 29, 1861 Provided by Kansas Secretary of State CyberCivics Kris W. Kobach Comprehensive Exam

51 What was the nickname give to the anti-slavery Kan- 56 Which of the following was not the subject of an sans who fought using guerrilla warfare tactics? amendment to the Kansas Constitution?

A. Jayhawkers A. The right to keep and bear arms B. Bushwackers B. The right of women to vote C. Quantrill’s Raiders C. Creation of a state lottery D. Crusaders D. The right to inalienable natural rights such as life liberty and the pursuit of happiness

52 How many amendments to the Kansas Constitution are allowed per election? 57 Which president signed the Kansas bill on January 29, 1861, that made the state and the state constitu- A. 1 tion official? B. 2 C. 5 A. Abraham Lincoln D. 7 B. Franklin Pierce C. James Buchanan D. George Washington 53 How many senators make up the ?

A. 40 58 Who presents the inaugural address? B. 100 C. 125 A. The governor D. 160 B. The lieutenant governor C. Chief Justice of the Supreme Court D. The secretary of state 54 Which of the following positions does not involve appointment by the governor when a vacancy occurs? 59 Which officer of the court is not included in the Kan- A. Supreme court justice sas Constitution? B. Court of appeals judge C. District court judge A. Reporter of decisions D. District magistrate judge B. Clerk of the supreme court C. District judge D. Judicial administrator 55 Which of the following is not a type of voting equip- ment used in Kansas? 60 How many justices serve on the Kansas Supreme A. Direct recording electronic voting machines Court today? B. Optical scanners C. Lever machines A. 7 D. Ballot marking machines B. 8 C. 14 D. 10 Provided by Kansas Secretary of State CyberCivics Kris W. Kobach Comprehensive Exam

61 The first woman in the U.S. to be elected to the office 66 Which term means “a union of states under a central of mayor held the office in what Kansas county? government distinct from the individual govern- ments of the separate states”? A. Pratt B. Sherman A. Democracy C. Sumner B. Oligarchy D. Allen C. Republican D. Federalism

62 Which of the following rights is granted to both U.S. citizens and noncitizens? 67 State officials are elected:

A. The right to obtain a U.S. passport A. On the first Monday in November B. The right to vote B. On the second Monday in January C. The right to apply for federal employment C. In the spring elections during odd-numbered years D. The right to a fair and speedy trial D. In the fall elections during even-numbered years

63 What is not an ordinary function of the Kansas Su- preme Court? 68 Citizenship provides many rights, but also involves many responsibilities. Which of the following is not A. Deciding an appealed case by reading the a mandatory obligation or responsibility of a U.S. record of the trial and written briefs filed by citizen? both parties B. Conducting civil and criminal trials A. Voting C. Exercising general administrative authority B. Paying taxes over all Kansas courts C. Serving on a jury when summoned D. Researching and reviewing the law involved in a case and writing an opinion D. Registering with the Selective Service

How long is a Kansas Court of Appeals judge’s term? 69 The administration of all national and state elections 64 is the responsibility of which state officer? A. 6 years A. State Treasurer B. 2 years B. Attorney General C. 4 years C. Secretary of State D. 10 years D. Governor

65 The Wyandotte Constitution denied women the right to vote but did grant them which right? 70 This man was the first person of Native American ancestry to hold either of the two highest offices in the executive branch of the United States government. A. The right to bear arms B. The right to own property A. Charles Curtis C. The right to own slaves B. Alfred Landon D. The right to file for divorce C. David J. Brewer D. Dwight D. Eisenhower Provided by Kansas Secretary of State CyberCivics Kris W. Kobach Comprehensive Exam

71 Dwight D. Eisenhower was... 76 The drafted four different state constitutions while Kansas was still a territory. What A. Richard Nixon’s vice president was the name of the constitution that was actually B. The Supreme Commander of American adopted? forces in the Pacific theatre during WWII C. The only general to be elected president A. The in the 20th century B. The D. A Vietnam War hero C. The D. The Wyandotte Constitution

72 The first “cowtown” in the Old West is found in what Kansas county? 77 The Medicine Lodge Indian Peace Treaty was signed in which Kansas county in October 1867 by five tribes A. Dickinson of the Plains Indians and the U.S. government? B. McPherson C. Ellis A. Barber D. Pawnee B. Bourbon C. Chase D. Decatur 73 What is Lynette Woodard famous for?

A. The first woman to be named an All-American 78 How many terms is the secretary of state limited to? B. The first woman to play for the Harlem Globetrotters A. 1 C. The first woman to play professional B. 2 basketball C. 2 consecutive terms D. The first woman to play basketball overseas D. There are no term limits for this office

74 State law requires all acts passed by the Legislature 79 What planet is astronomer Clyde Tombaugh credited be published as soon as practicable after the close of with discovering? each session, but not later than: A. Saturn A. June 1 B. Neptune B. July 1 C. Pluto C. September 30 D. Mercury D. December 31

80 Which of these Kansas counties did not end up with a 75 Who leads the Kansas House of Representatives? misspelled name of its namesake?

A. Majority Leader A. Brown B. Minority Leader B. Clark C. Speaker Pro Tem C. Hodgeman D. Speaker of the House D. Sedgwick Provided by Kansas Secretary of State CyberCivics Kris W. Kobach Comprehensive Exam

81 Joe Walsh was a member of what famous rock band? 86 In the Kansas territory, some settlers wanted to annex southern Nebraska and extend the western A. Kansas boundary to the Rockies and some opposed that B. The Rolling Stones idea. What were the names given to the two different boundary plans? C. The Eagles D. Boston A. “Large Kansas” and “Small Kansas”

B. “Big Kansas” and “Little Kansas” 82 Which of the following would have original jurisdic- C. “Expanded Kansas” and “Restricted Kansas” tion in a case involving a small claims dispute? D. “Red Kansas” and “Blue Kansas”

A. Municipal court B. District court 87 In what city does the Kansas Legislature congregate? C. Court of appeals A. Wichita D. Office of Judicial Administration B. Kansas City C. Topeka 83 How often is the Kansas Legislature required to D. Salina redraw its districts?

A. Every 10 years 88 Which position is not required to be a lawyer admit- B. Every 5 years ted to practice law in the state of Kansas? C. Every 12 years A. Court of appeals judge D. After every statewide general election B. District court judge C. Municipal judge of a first-class city 84 The highest point in Kansas, Mount Sunflower, is D. District magistrate judge found in which county?

A. Thomas 89 What was the nickname that former University of B. Edwards Kansas basketball coach Forrest Allen was common- ly known by? C. Kearny D. Wallace A. “Phog”

B. “Dean” C. “Gump” 85 The current Kansas Court of Appeals was established by the Kansas Legislature for what main purpose? D. “Shark”

A. To oversee the lower Kansas courts B. To assist the district courts in conducting 90 How many legislators does it take to pass a bill in its criminal and civil trials respective chamber? C. To review appeals from district courts in both civil and criminal cases A. One-half D. To review cases decided by the Kansas B. Two-thirds Supreme Court C. A majority D. Three-fourths Provided by Kansas Secretary of State CyberCivics Kris W. Kobach Comprehensive Exam

91 Which is the only county in Kansas named after a 96 Which statewide officer was once part of the legisla- woman? tive branch?

A. Finney A. Secretary of State B. Lyon B. Attorney General C. Barton C. Governor D. Johnson D. Lieutenant Governor

92 Which is not a way a person may automatically be- 97 Which state officer has the authority to grant par- come a citizen of the United States? dons to convicted criminals?

A. Being born in the United States A. Attorney General B. Being a child of a naturalized parent B. Governor C. Being born abroad to a U.S. citizen parent C. Director of the Kansas Bureau of or parents Investigation D. Living legally in the United States for a D. Secretary of State minimum of five years

98 Which Kansas artist created the newspaper comic 93 Which of the following is not required to register to strips Beetle Bailey and Hi and Lois? vote in the state of Kansas? A. Mort Walker A. Must be a citizen of the United States B. Rudy Wendelin B. Must be at least 21 years old C. Bill Watterson C. Must have residence established in Kansas D. Gary Larson D. Must have valid photographic identification

99 Which position may be found on a ballot for partisan 94 Martin and Osa Johnson were famed ______election rather than for retention? during the 1920s and 1930s. A. District judge A. Explorers B. Court of appeals judge B. Photographers C. Supreme court justice C. Documentary filmmakers D. Municipal judge D. All of the above

100 What was Carry A. Nation a radical opponent of? 95 Which of the following is an official political party recognized in the state of Kansas? A. Slavery B. Gender discrimination A. The Libertarian Party C. Christianity B. The Green Party D. Alcohol C. The Constitution Party D. The Communist Party Provided by Kansas Secretary of State CyberCivics Kris W. Kobach Comprehensive Exam

101 The deadline to register or change information on 106 Which position is appointed directly by the governor your voter registration card before an election is: and requires Senate confirmation?

A. 21 days before the election A. Supreme court justice B. 14 days before the election B. Court of appeals judge C. 5 days before the election C. District court judge D. 20 days before the election D. Judicial administrator

102 Which Kansas county is famous for the fossils found 107 How many officers of the executive branch are elect- in its chalk beds? ed on a statewide basis?

A. Harvey A. 4 B. Logan B. 5 C. Gove C. 6 D. Smith D. 7

103 Which term means “a form of government in which 108 The duties of the lieutenant governor are deter- the supreme power is vested in the people”? mined by?

A. Democracy A. The Kansas Constitution B. Oligarchy B. Kansas Statutes C. Republican C. The Legislature D. Federalism D. The Governor

104 If both the office of governor and lieutenant gover- 109 He was the first high school runner to run a mile in nor become vacant, under present law who would be under four minutes. next in line to assume the governorship? A. Jim Ryun A. President of the Senate B. Wes Santee B. Speaker of the House C. Glenn Cunningham C. Secretary of State D. Thane Baker D. Determined by a special election

110 Deborah Bryant is most well-known for... 105 How long does the governor have to sign or veto a bill? A. Becoming the first woman governor in Kansas history A. 7 days B. Authoring famous children’s books B. 10 days C. Winning the Miss America Pageant C. 30 days D. Being an actress on the soap opera D. 365 days General Hospital Provided by Kansas Secretary of State CyberCivics Kris W. Kobach Comprehensive Exam

111 Who was president when the Indian Removal Act of 113 How do supreme court justices and court of appeals 1830 was implemented? judges remain in their positions after their terms expire? A. Abraham Lincoln B. Franklin Pierce A. By request to the governor to be reappointed C. Andrew Jackson B. By petition to the Supreme Court Nominating D. Woodrow Wilson Commission to be reappointed C. By approval of two-thirds majority of both houses of the Legislature 112 Which of these Kansas counties was not named after D. By filing intent to be on the statewide general a military fort? election ballot for retention by the voters

A. Osage B. Ellsworth 114 How long is a Kansas state senator’s term? C. Leavenworth A. 1 year D. Riley B. 2 years C. 4 years D. 8 years Name ______Age _____ Provided by Kansas Secretary of State School ______Grade _____ CyberCivics Kris W. Kobach Teacher ______Answer Sheet Teacher Email ______

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