Texas History Quiz

What was one effect of the Texas railroad boom in the 19th century?

• Decrease in population

• Increase in trade and transportation

• Decline in agriculture

• Reduction in oil production

Who was Charles Goodnight?

• A famous scientist

• A Texas rancher and cattleman

• A railroad engineer

• A political leader

What was a significant effect of oil discovery in Texas?

• Decrease in population

• Economic growth and industrialization

• Decline in agriculture

• Reduction in trade

What is one example of modifying the environment in 20th century Texas?

• Building skyscrapers

• Constructing dams and reservoirs

• Planting more trees

• Reducing pollution

How did mass-production impact Texas in the 20th century?

• It decreased the number of jobs

• It increased the availability of goods

• It led to a decline in technology

• It reduced the population

What was the impact of WWI and WWII on the people of Texas?

• Decrease in population

• Economic and industrial growth

• Decline in education

• Reduction in trade

Who was Cleto L. Rodriguez?

• A famous scientist

• A decorated war hero

• A political leader

• A Texas rancher

Who was Bessie Coleman?

• The first female astronaut

• The first African American woman pilot

• A famous scientist

• A political leader

What is an example of a scientific discovery that advanced Texans?

• The invention of the telephone

• The discovery of oil

• The creation of the internet

• The development of the steam engine

What is an example of a custom in Texas culture?

• Celebrating Thanksgiving

• Attending rodeos

• Watching movies

• Playing video games