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The Supreme Court and Civil Rights — Unit test

Question 4 • MI-Government/Civics 2023

Which is an example of a way Washington’s tribes can exercise their sovereignty?

Answer
A
by breaking federal laws
B
by operating casinos
C
by ignoring state laws
D
by reorganizing state government

Explanation

Tribal sovereignty is the authority of federally recognized tribes to govern themselves and make certain decisions for their communities. Operating casinos under tribal authority and applicable gaming laws is one example of exercising that sovereignty. Breaking federal laws or reorganizing state government are not examples of tribal self-government.

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