Civil Rights and Conservatism Quiz

How far did the Submerged Lands Act extend ownership of the tidelands for Texas?

• 5 miles

• 10.5 miles

• 15 miles

• 20 miles

What was one of the major acts sponsored by Phil Gramm in Congress?

• Financial deregulation

• Healthcare reform

• Environmental protection

• Education reform

What was the primary goal of the Congress of Racial Equality (CORE)?

• Promote economic growth

• End racial segregation

• Develop new technologies

• Support military veterans

Which states were exceptions to the Submerged Lands Act?

• California and Louisiana

• Florida and Texas

• Florida and California

• Texas and Louisiana

What was the initial reaction to the violence against African Americans in Springfield, Illinois in 1908?

• Formation of the NAACP

• Establishment of new laws

• Increase in racial tensions

• Decrease in civil rights movements

What significant law regarding education was passed in Texas in 1915?

• A law requiring school uniforms

• A law requiring school attendance

• A law banning private schools

• A law reducing school hours

Who was a civil rights activist and leader in the Civil Rights Movement known for nonviolent protest?

• Barbara Jordan

• Lyndon Johnson

• James Farmer

• Henry B. Gonzalez

What was one of the main reasons Germans immigrated to Texas in the 1840s?

• Lack of land in Germany

• Texas was giving away vast amounts of land to settlers

• High taxes in Germany

• Better educational opportunities

Which year did Texas enter the Union, reserving the land involved in the Tidelands Controversy?

• 1836

• 1845

• 1850

• 1861

What was Dr. Hector Garcia known for in his medical practice?

• High-cost treatments

• Low- and no-cost treatments

• Cosmetic surgery

• Pediatric care