Citizenship and Democracy in Washington Quiz

Fill in the blank with the correct words. Only _ are allowed to vote in the United States.

(a)  

Fill in the blank with the correct words. In Washington, an _ lets citizens propose new laws by collecting signatures.

(a)  

Fill in the blank with the correct words. A _ is when a law passed by the legislature is sent to voters for approval or rejection.

(a)  

Fill in the blank with the correct words. People can participate in government by running for _ office.

(a)  

Fill in the blank with the correct words. The state constitution says all children _ in Washington should be educated.

(a)  

What is one right that only citizens have in the United States?

• Owning property

• Voting in elections

• Attending public school

• Driving a car

What happens if a majority of voters approve an initiative?

• It becomes law

• It is sent back to the legislature

• It is automatically rejected

• It is sent to the governor for approval

How can citizens try to repeal a law they disagree with in Washington?

• Run for office

• Collect signatures for a referendum

• Vote in presidential elections

• Write a letter to the mayor

What is needed for an initiative to be put on the ballot?

• Approval from the governor

• Enough petition signatures

• A vote by Congress

• A decision by the Supreme Court

Which of the following is an example of participating in democracy?

• Watching TV

• Voting in an election

• Reading a book

• Shopping online