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jazziefee

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Which of the following statements is TRUE about the term of office of governor of Texas?
 
  a) Governors serve two-year terms.
  b) The governor may serve no more than two consecutive terms.
  c) Elections for governor take place in the same general election years during which a president is chosen.
  d) Governors serve six-year terms.
  e) There is no limit on the number of terms a governor can serve.

Question 2

Why are gubernatorial vetoes in Texas so seldom overridden?
 
  a) Most vetoes are issued after the legislature has adjourned.
  b) The governor is so powerful that members of the legislature are afraid to override a veto.
  c) The Texas Constitution requires a three-fifths vote by the legislature to override a veto.
  d) A vote override requires a vote of the people.
  e) None of the above.



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: E

Answer to Question 2

Answer: A





 

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