Natural Texas and Its People 2024-2025

What is history?

What is an example of a primary source?

• A diary entry

• A textbook

• A newspaper article

• An encyclopedia

How would you describe an era?

• A long and distinct period of history

• A short event in history

• A type of geographical location

• A specific date in history

What are political, economic, and social characteristics?

• Political characteristics relate to government and policies.

• Economic characteristics involve money and jobs

• Social characteristics pertain to societal norms and relationships.

• All of the above

Who lived in Texas before the arrival of Europeans?

• Native Americans

• Spanish settlers

• French explorers

• British colonists

From what country did Texans gain their independence?

• Spain

• Mexico

• France

• United States

What are two ways Texas has made its money in the past?

• Farming and Ranching

• Technology and tourism

• Agriculture and fishing

• Banking and finance

Which four states border Texas?

• Oklahoma, Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico

• California, Nevada, Arizona, Utah

• Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi

• New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware

What are the regions of Texas?

• Coastal Plains

• North Central Plains

• Great Plains

• Mountain and Basin

• All of the above

What cities are in the Coastal Plains region?

• Houston

• San Antonio

• Corpus Christi

• All of the above