2025 UIL Social Studies Study Guide

Front

Why is the principle of republicanism important in the development of the Texas government? "All political power is inherent in (natural to) the people, and all free governments are founded on their authority, and instituted (created) for their benefit." -Texas Constitution

Back

Voters elect officials to represent them and to serve in the government

Front

Which principle of government is reflected in the quote: "All political power is inherent in [natural to] the people, and all free governments are founded on their authority, and instituted [created] for their benefit." - Texas Constitution?

Back

Popular sovereignty

Front

When does the Texas Legislature do most of its work?

Back

In sessions

Front

How often is a Governor of Texas elected?

Back

Every four years

Front

Which Texas official chairs the powerful Legislative Budget Board?

Back

Lieutenant Governor

Front

What is another way to remove a judge that is provided for in the Texas Constitution? *Legislature can impeach *Governor can remove * ?

Back

Citizens can petition for removal

Front

Who decides the verdict in a trial? Options: Grand jury, Supreme Court, District Attorney, Petit jury

Back

Petit jury

Front

According to the graph, from what source does the Texas government get the largest amount of revenue? Options: Franchise taxes, Federal funds, Licenses, fees, fines, Sales taxes

Back

Federal funds

Front

The _____ was the flagship of the Texas Navy.

Back

Independence

Front

In 1843 to reduce spending, Sam Houston ordered the Texas Navy to be sold. Why was it not sold?

Back

People in Galveston opposed the sale and prevented bids from being submitted at auction