Texas History Quiz

Which Spanish explorer first sailed along the Texas Gulf Coast in 1519?

• Alonso Álvarez de Pineda

• Francisco Vázquez de Coronado

• Hernando de Soto

• Juan Ponce de León

What is the capital city of Texas?

• Houston

• Dallas

• San Antonio

• Austin

Which natural region of Texas is characterized by pine forests and receives the most rainfall?

• Great Plains

• Piney Woods

• Edwards Plateau

• Coastal Plains

What Spanish word meaning "red" influenced the name of Colorado County?

• Roja

• Verde

• Blanco

• Colorado

Who is the current Governor of Texas?

• Dan Patrick

• Ted Cruz

• Greg Abbott

• Ken Paxton

Which river forms a natural border between Texas and Mexico?

• Colorado River

• Brazos River

• Pecos River

• Rio Grande

What Spanish word gave us the English term "ranch"?

• Casa

• Rancho

Which European country controlled Texas before it became part of Mexico?

• England

• France

• Spain

• Portugal

What is the term for a Texas citizen's right to vote?

• Civil liberty

• Suffrage

• Democracy

• Franchise

Which Spanish explorer established the first mission in East Texas?

• Cabeza de Vaca

• La Salle

• Alonso De León

• Francisco Hidalgo