Tribal Government Answers

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Which is an example of Washington’s tribes providing public safety?

A
operating tribal casinos
B
sponsoring educational programs
C
protecting water sources
D
creating career opportunities
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Many of Washington’s tribal governments have constitutions in order to

A
describe the principles of government.
B
replace the national constitution.
C
gain membership in the United Nations.
D
qualify for financial aid from the state.
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A nation that is sovereign is one that

A
must obey another nation.
B
is a member of the United Nations.
C
has a system of taxation.
D
is free from outside influence.
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Which is an example of a way Washington’s tribes can exercise their sovereignty?

A
by breaking federal laws
B
by operating casinos
C
by ignoring state laws
D
by reorganizing state government
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Which best describes the relationship between Indigenous tribes and the federal government?

A
Indigenous tribes are nations within another nation.
B
Indigenous tribes have the right to secede from the union.
C
Indigenous tribes can only fly the American flag.
D
Indigenous tribes have the right to ignore federal laws.
6

The graph shows revenues from Washington’s tribal gaming facilities.In what year did revenue from Washington’s tribal gaming facilities first reach $1 billion?

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A
1999
B
2001
C
2005
D
2013
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The graph shows revenue from Washington’s tribal gaming facilities.Which best sums up the information in the chart?

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A
Revenue from gaming facilities has steadily risen every year since 1999.
B
More revenue could be earned if Washington opened more gaming facilities.
C
Revenue from gaming facilities has remained constant since 1999.
D
In every year since 1999, revenue from gambling has exceeded $1 billion.
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The Governor’s Office of Indian Affairs has the responsibility of

A
overseeing the operation of Washington’s tribal casinos
B
establishing the borders of tribal nations in Washington.
C
helping the tribes and the state of Washington work together.
D
writing laws and regulations for Washington’s tribal nations.
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The graph shows poverty levels in the United States.

A
Most Indigenous tribes are wealthy and can pay for their needs themselves.
B
Most Indigenous tribes have high poverty levels and may require outside funding.
C
Indigenous tribes have about the same funding needs as other Americans.
D
Indigenous tribes have high poverty levels but do not accept outside funds.
10

The diagram shows responsibilities of tribal governments. Which label best completes the empty box?

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A
Rewrite federal laws
B
Declare war or peace
C
Protect public safety
D
Change state laws
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Why must Washington’s tribes raise revenue?

A
to maintain their armed forces
B
to pay taxes to Washington state
C
to fund the tribal governments
D
to pay for food for their people
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The photo shows members of different tribes at the Washington Governor’s Ball.

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A
provide safety to their nations.
B
preserve their historic tribal customs.
C
meet their members’ economic needs.
D
encourage a healthy lifestyle.

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