1. How is the organization of state governments like the national government? 2. Define the following terms:
• Initiative— A petition to propose amendments to the constitution.
A petition to propose enactment of national legislation. A petition to propose enactment of local resolution or ordinance on regional, provincial, city, municipal, or barangay level.

• Referendum— a general vote by the electorate on a single political question which has been referred to them for a direct decision.

• Recall— the right or procedure by which an official may be removed by vote of the people

3. How do these powers (initiative, referendum, recall) encourage greater citizen participation in states where they exist?

4. Is amending Florida's constitution more or less difficult than amending the U. S. Constitution? Explain why.

5. How does Florida’s constitution compare to the U. S. Constitution? Give examples.