Unit 6 Test Review: Modern Texas

What major law was passed during George W. Bush's presidency?

• Affordable Care Act

• No Child Left Behind Act

• Voting Rights Act

• Homeland Security Act

What federal government position did Albert Gonzales take in 2004?

• Attorney General

• Secretary of State

• FBI Director

• Mayor of Austin

Who was the first African American to represent Texas in the US House of Representatives?

• Barbara Jordan

• Henry Cisneros

• Eligio de la Garza

• Mickey Rooney

How did foreign policy changes after 9/11/2001 affect Texas?

• They ended oil trade between Texas and the Middle East

• The prevented Houston from hosting the Super Bowl

• They increased security at the Mexican border

• They led to more terrorist attacks

What Texas industry went bust at the end of the 1980s but began to boom again around 2004?

• oil

• cattle

• computer

• cotton

How might the age distribution of people in Texas affect future economic growth?

• a large number of older people may lead to a healthcare industry boom

• an even distribution of people under 40 may create a strong workforce that will produce economic growth

• a large number of young people may lead to growth in the education sector

• fewer middle aged people may lead to fewer people buying cars

How would the US market be affected if Texas oil cut back on production?

• Prices for gas and other goods would go down

• Gas prices would go up but prices for other goods would stay the same

• Prices for gas and other goods would go up

• Nothing would happen

What technology was advanced by Michael Dell and led to the creation of a major Texas industry?

• steel

• agriculture

• computer

• aerospace

What statement best describes modern Texas politics?

• Texas is a state where the Green Party often wins elections.

• Texas has a two-party system, but Republicans dominate.

• The Democratic party controls most state and local offices.

• The Republican Party is strong but hasn't had a governor in office in recent years.

What statement best describes modern Texas economy?

• Texas has a fairly strong economy but growth has slowed since 1980.

• Texas has one of the strongest and most diverse economies in the country.

• Texas has a strong cattle industry but other sectors have struggled recently.

• Texas has a stable economy but lacks industrial diversity