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Which government office is chiefly responsible for enforcing civil rights?
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Who oversees the receipt of taxes that county sheriffs collect for the state government?
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When did Charleston first become the state capital?
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On election day, what time do the polls generally open?
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Between 1872 and 1970, governors were allowed to run for how many consecutive terms in office?
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What event allowed for the creation of West Virginia?
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How many members can serve in the House of Delegates at one time?
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Which governor, a former physician, first prompted West Virginia to provide compensation for workers injured on the job?
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Which one of the following does NOT serve on the state Board of Public Works?
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The State Police was created in response to this event.
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