Geography of Texas Quiz

What is the capital city of Texas?

• Dallas

• Houston

• San Antonio

• Austin

Name the largest (population) city in Texas.

• San Antonio

• Houston

• Dallas

• Austin

Which river forms the border between Texas and Mexico?

• Amazon River

• Mississippi River

• Rio Grande

• Colorado River

What is the highest point in Texas?

• Mount Everest

• Pikes Peak

• Mount McKinley

• Guadalupe Peak

Which physical feature separates Texas from Louisiana?

• Colorado River

• Mississippi River

• Rio Grande

• Sabine River

What type of climate does most of Texas have?

• humid subtropical

• tropical

• polar (cold)

• arid (dry)

Which industry contributes the most to the economy of Texas?

• oil and gas industry

• agriculture industry

• technology industry

• tourism industry

What is the official language of Texas?

• None

• French

• Spanish

• English

Which ethnic group has the largest population in Texas?

• Latino or Hispanic

• Asian

• African American

• White

What is the state flower of Texas?

• Rose

• Bluebonnet

• Daisy

• Sunflower