Review for DSA Social Studies

What was one political effect of the Civil War in Texas?

• Texas became a colony of Spain

• Texas left the United States and joined the Confederacy

• Texas gained new land

• The state was never affected by war

How did Reconstruction affect the lives of formerly enslaved people in Texas?

• They were forced to leave the state

• They gained full freedom and equality right away

• They faced new laws and struggles even after freedom

• They returned to slavery

What happened at the Battle of Galveston?

• Union forces captured Galveston permanently

• Texans defended the city and took it back from Union control

• The Confederacy surrendered

• The battle was fought after the war ended

Which Civil War battle in Texas occurred after the war officially ended?

• Battle of San Jacinto

• Battle of Gettysburg

• Battle of Palmito Ranch

• Battle of Goliad

Which of the following happened as a result of the Civil War in Texas?

• The state became wealthier

• Many railroads were built

• The economy was damaged and slavery ended

• The capital of Texas was moved

What made the Battle of Sabine Pass important?

• It was the first Texas battle of the Civil War

• Confederate soldiers stopped a Union invasion

• Texas gained independence

• The Union took control of Houston

Which principle of government divides power between the national and state governments?

• Separation of powers

• Federalism

• Republicanism

• Popular sovereignty

What is the purpose of checks and balances?

• To allow one branch to control the others

• To make government simpler

• To keep each branch from becoming too powerful

• To give more power to the president

What principle says the people have the power to vote and choose leaders?

• Federalism

• Individual rights

• Popular sovereignty

• Republicanism

How is the Texas Bill of Rights similar to the U.S. Bill of Rights?

• Both protect freedom of speech and religion

• Both give kings more power

• Both limit the right to vote

• Both were written in 2000