The Washington Journey Ch 2 L3

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Who was Elisha P. Ferry?

Back

Washington’s first governor

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Which outside factor contributed to the delay in Washington becoming a state?

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Congressional Democrats worried that admitting Washington to the Union would tip the balance of power to Republicans.

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How did violent labor strikes of the late 1800s most likely influence Washington’s constitution?

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They led to the inclusion of language that limits who has the right to bear arms.

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What role did Elisha P. Ferry have in the Nez Perce War?

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He traveled to the battle area to “try and quiet matters.”

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Which was the site of the first constitutional convention held by Washington territorial officials in their quest for statehood?

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Walla Walla

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How did the framers of Washington’s constitution protect the state from special-interest groups who might try to influence lawmakers?

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They gave the governor the ability to veto whole bills or entire sections of bills.

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Why is the Enabling Act an important part of Washington’s history?

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It enabled Washington to become a state.