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The Ethics of Voting for college students

1000 Words due Sunday (NO AI)

 

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Open Ended

Explain at least TWO effects (political, economic, social) of the Civil War / Reconstruction in Texas.

Multiple Choice

What would Texas rank as an independent nation in the world?

• Fifth

• Tenth

• Twentieth

• First

Multiple Choice

What were the six major economic booms in Texas and their starting years?

• Cotton: 1860s, Cattle: 1880s, Oil: 1910s, Manufacturing: 1930s, High Tech: 1990s, Oil and Natural Gas: 2005

• Cotton: 1900s, Cattle: 1920s, Oil: 1930s, Manufacturing: 1940s, High Tech: 1980s, Oil and Natural Gas: 2010

• Cotton: 1800s, Cattle: 1850s, Oil: 1900s, Manufacturing: 1920s, High Tech: 2000s, Oil and Natural Gas: 1990

• Cotton: 1950s, Cattle: 1960s, Oil: 1970s, Manufacturing: 1980s, High Tech: 1990s, Oil and Natural Gas: 2000

Multiple Choice

What are the major economic sectors represented in the Texas economy from 1840 to 2020?

• Natural Gas/Oil

• Technology

• Manufacturing

• Cattle

Multiple Select

What were the main crops grown in Antebellum Texas and where were they located?

• Corn in the east

• Sorghum in the west

• Wheat in the northern plains

• Citrus in the south

Multiple Choice

What percentage of the entire US cotton crop does Texas account for today?

• 10%

• 15%

• 20%

• 25%

Open Ended

In your own words, explain how the oil industry developed in Texas.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT listed as an economic driver in Texas?

• Cattle

• Manufacturing

• Tourism

• Health Care

Multiple Choice

What factors contribute to Texas being the fastest growing state in the United States?

• Job migration from the Northeast

• Increased birth rates

• Higher education levels

• Lower taxes

Multiple Choice

This graph best illustrates a

• rapid growing population
• slow growing population
• negative growth population

Multiple Choice

What significant changes occurred in Texas urbanization from 1890 to today?

• The population increased uniformly across the state

• Texas had no urban areas larger than 40,000 in 1890

• Four cities had populations over 100,000 by 1920

• The big six counties account for 47% of the population

Multiple Choice

What has been the most significant demographic change in Texas from 1990 to 2020?

• Urbanization

• Suburbanization

• Ruralization

• Migration

Multiple Choice

What are the implications of population shifts in Texas?

• Population shifts lead to increased rural representation

• Policy priorities remain unchanged

• Texas government focuses more on rural issues

• Political divisions develop between suburbs and urban areas

Multiple Choice

Discuss the long-term effects of the empresario system on the cultural landscape of Texas.

• It led to the establishment of many Spanish missions

• It resulted in a diverse population with various cultural influences

• It caused the decline of Native American cultures

• It promoted the use of the English language exclusively

Multiple Choice

How did the empresario system impact Texas population growth?

• It slowed down population growth

• It had no impact

• It significantly increased population growth

• It caused population decline

Multiple Choice

Evaluate the benefits and drawbacks of the land grants provided to settlers in Texas.

• Benefits: Free land; Drawbacks: High taxes

• Benefits: Free land; Drawbacks: Required to convert to Catholicism

• Benefits: Exemption from military service; Drawbacks: Poor soil quality

• Benefits: Free livestock; Drawbacks: Harsh weather conditions

Multiple Choice

Analyze how Stephen F. Austin's efforts as an empresario influenced the development of Texas.

• He established a strong military presence

• He created a successful colony that attracted many settlers

• He focused on trade and commerce

• He discouraged immigration to Texas

Multiple Select

What are some challenges of population growth in Texas?

• Infrastructure

• Affordable Housing

• Water Use

• Health Care

• Energy Use

Multiple Choice

Based on the graph, which demographic group is projected to have the highest population by 2050?

• Total

• Anglo

• African-American

• Hispanic

Multiple Choice

What are the implications of demographic changes in Texas for government response?

• Increased funding for education

• More representation for Anglos

• Focus on segregation policies

• Addressing diverse needs of groups

Multiple Choice

What are the residential patterns of different racial and ethnic groups in Texas?

• Anglos live in urban areas

• African Americans live in suburbs

• Hispanics live in urban areas

• Anglos live in suburbs