State and Local Government Organization

State Government

There are several similarities between the structure of the Virginia state government and the federal government. This episode of WUSG News will compare some of these similarities, as well as contrast some of the important differences. Click the player button in order to begin the episode.

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Local Government

Local governments in the state of Virginia can be divided into three categories: counties, cities, and towns. During this episode, you will learn how each of these types of local government are organized. You will also learn what kind of authority each of these local governments has. Click the player button to get started.

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Relationship Between State and Local Government

This episode of WUSG News will focus on the relationship between the Virginia state government and its numerous county, city, and town governments. You will also be introduced to Dillon's Law and regional authorities. Please click the player button to view this episode.

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State and Local Government Organization Review

Now that you have explored the organization and authority of Virginia's state and local governments, it is time to review. Using all of the information you learned during this topic, please complete this non-graded interactivity. Read the questions carefully and select the best possible answers. You will be able to review your answers after you submit them. Click the player button to launch the interactivity.