Chapter 11 Lesson 1- Governing Texas

True or False: George W. Bush was one U.S. President who lived in Texas.

• True

• False

A member of a nation, state, county, or town is called a-

• Governor

• Legislator

• Citizen

• Neighbor

What is divided among the three branches of government to make sure that one branch does not become too powerful?

• Duties

• Power

• Responsibilities

• Bills

Which of these is one type of LOCAL government in Texas?

• City

• State

• Neighborhood

• Community

How many counties are there in Texas?

• 200

• 354

• 245

• 254

Which branch of government enforces the law?

• Legislative

• Executive

• Judicial

Which word means to refuse to sign a law?

• Disagree

• Veto

• Forge

• Constitute

Which branch of government has two parts: the Senate and the House of Representatives?

• Executive

• Judicial

• Legislative

The Court of Criminal Appeals has how many elected members?

• Eight

• Ten

• Twelve

• Nine

What form of government is the United States?

• Democracy

• Constitutional Republic

• Free Government

• Citizenship Government