1. what document replaced the articles of confederation? hint: it starts with the preamble:

2. do you think it is important to divide power between the state and national government? why or why not?

3. name your governor and describe one thing that he or she is working on in your state.

4. in your own words, describe the similarity between being governor of a state and being president of the united states. explain the difference.

5. what is the name of your state’s legislature? (hint: it may have two houses with two different names).

6. name three different types of courts in your state.