Texas History 2nd semester Exam

How did the Vietnam War affect the economy of Texas?

• Jobs were created in Texas to support the military.

• Military bases in Texas were closed to save money.

• Women went to work in defense factories in Texas.

• Families moved to Texas to work on military bases.

Which civil rights leader and native Texan formed the Committee of Racial Equality (CORE) and worked to bring an end to racial segregation in the United States through nonviolent actions like the Freedom Rides?

• Medgar Evers

• James Farmer, Jr.

• Hector P. Garcia

• Martin Luther King, Jr.

How do the actions of Hector Garcia characterize the age of Civil Rights and Conservatism?

• His founding of the American G.I. Forum led to expanded rights and liberties for Hispanic Americans.

• His long service as leader of the Republican Party in Texas led to an expansion of conservatism in government.

• His introduction of numerous education bills to Congress led to expanded educational opportunities for minorities.

• His actions as the U.S. Postmaster General led to greater diversity and recognition of ethnic groups and women on stamps.

Which of the following is a civic responsibility of Texas citizens?

• Buying a car

• Taking a vaction

• Voting for public officials

• Participating in a protest march

Which of the following is a civic responsibility of Texas citizens?

• To serve on a jury

• To enlist in the military

• To obtain a driver's license

• To shop at local businesses

Which of the following is a right protected by the Texas Constitution?

• Equality for men and women

• Freedom to drive at the age of eighteen

• Public access to the state capitol at all times

• Guaranteed admission into a public university

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Why is a free press important for Texas citizens?

• People need to be informed to make valid decisions.

• People should know what they can watch on television.

• Newspapers need to write stories that increase subscribers.

• Advertising brings in millions of dollars in revenue for newspapers.

How did the Texas Constitution’s guarantee of freedom of the press contribute to advancing the Civil Rights Movement in Texas?

• It allowed civil rights leaders a place to publish opinion polls.

• It provided advertising for struggling civil rights organizations.

• It helped to create job opportunities for minorities at news stations.

• It informed the public about issues and events related to the movement.

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Which Texan is noted for years of service as a judge in the state of Texas and was the first Hispanic appointed to statewide office in Texas?

• James A. Baker, III

• Raul A. Gonzalez, Jr.

• Barbara Jordan

• Raymond L. Telles

Which Texan was the first African American from a southern state to serve in the U.S. Congress after her service in the Texas State Senate?

• Olveta Culp Hobby

• Kay Bailey Hutchinson

• Barbara Jordon

• Ann Richards