70 1. How are taxes connected to government spending in Washington State?

They are collected by the state based on what was spent the prior year.

They are collected by the state government and are spent on services it provides year by year.

They are collected by the state at a fixed rate each year and spent the following year.

They are collected by the state and then private companies are paid to provide all services for citizens.

2. How are taxes in Washington State used to help those who may need greater assistance?

They enable the government to provide money for food, clothing, and shelter.

They directly reimburse businesses that assist the disadvantaged.

They enable the government to open and run stores for disadvantaged citizens.

They directly fund charities that assist the disadvantaged.

3. How have casino profits been beneficial to Native American tribal councils?

It enables a tribe to pay taxes it owes to the state and federal governments.

It has allowed the tribes to invest in community improvements.

It has made it possible for tribes to pay the fees necessary to gain sovereignty.

It allows each student to receive a scholarship to fund his or her college tuition.

4. Why is voting an effective form of civic involvement?

It gives citizens an opportunity to choose leaders who have views that are similar to their own.

It allows those who vote on a regular basis to become a citizen and be able to participate more fully in government.

It allows citizens to express their opinions directly on all issues and laws before the legislature.

It is the key to other forms of civic involvement, such as the right to petition the government and the right to assemble.

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How is attending a public meeting when a bill is debated an effective form of civic involvement?

It can give citizens a chance to share their opinions or experiences on the issues being debated.

It can give citizens a chance to veto the bill.

It allows citizens to have a direct vote on the issue when it goes before the full legislature.

It is a requirement of citizens that wish to gain the right to vote.