CBA Review

What was the main effect of the discovery of oil at Spindletop in 1901?

• It caused people to stop using railroads

• It led to the decline of Texas farming

• It started a boom in the oil and gas industry in Texas

• It caused many people to leave Texas

Which of the following best shows how the free enterprise system grew in Texas?

• The government took control of all cotton farms

• Colonists grew cash crops to sell for profit

• Only large businesses were allowed to grow crops

• All trade was controlled by the Spanish government

Which person is known for their role in the democratic process in Texas?

• Audie Murphy

• Chelo Silva

• Sam Houston

• Lydia Mendoza

How did railroads and the telegraph affect Texas businesses?

• They made farming more difficult

• They helped businesses grow by improving travel and communication

• They made it harder to ship goods

• They caused many Texans to move to other states

How did immigration and migration affect the economy of Texas?

• They caused businesses to close

• They led to a decrease in jobs

• They brought more workers and increased growth

• They made land too expensive to use

Why is Juneteenth an important celebration in Texas?

• It celebrates the signing of the Declaration of Independence

• It marks the end of the Civil War

• It celebrates the freedom of enslaved people in Texas

• It is a holiday honoring veterans

What was one impact of the Dust Bowl on Texans in the 1930s?

• More Texans joined the military

• Texans moved away from the state to find jobs

• Texas became a popular place for tourists

• The oil industry shut down

Which person helped preserve Texas history and was active in civic affairs?

• Adina de Zavala

• Audie Murphy

• Barbara Jordan

• Bessie Coleman

The purpose of the Texas Pledge is:

• to honor the Texas flag and show loyalty to the state

• to recite the national anthem

• to celebrate Texas Independence Day

• to remember the Alamo

How did Lydia Mendoza contribute to Texas culture?

• She built railroads

• She became the first governor

• She was a famous singer and artist

• She created oil companies