Question

in virginia, a proposed state law must be passed by the ____ before it can become law.
virginia general assembly
state board of education
governor alone
supreme court of virginia

1. (ce.3d – fill in the blank)

according to federalist no. 10 and federalist no. 51, dividing power between state and national governments helps prevent ____.
cooperation
abuse of power
elections
lawmaking

Explanation:

First Question (Virginia law passage)

In Virginia, the legislative body responsible for passing state laws is the Virginia General Assembly. The Governor, State Board of Education, and Supreme Court of Virginia have different roles (executive, educational oversight, judicial respectively) and do not pass laws.

Federalist No. 10 and 51 discuss checks and balances and separation of powers (including between state and national governments) to prevent the abuse of power. Cooperation, elections, or lawmaking are not the primary concerns of these Federalist Papers in this context.

Answer:

A. Virginia General Assembly

Second Question (Federalist Papers and power division)