Washington State History: Legislative Branch Paragraph Assessment

Prompt: In a thoroughly developed paragraph, explain how the ideals of repre­sentative government and democracy

outlined in the Washington state constitution are supported through the legislative branch at both the state and local levels, analyzing the various factors that influence these ideals.

You should include at least two specific pieces of evidence (quotes or paraphrased) to support your answer and explanation (i.e. State Constituion, icivics.org articles, The Washington Journey textbook, online source). All sources must be cited appropriately both with in-text citations and a works cited page.