Texas History and Government Review

Which industry was most responsible for the rapid urbanization of Texas in the early 20th century?

• Oil and gas

• Agriculture

• Fishing

• Tourism

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TX.SOC.7.11.A

What is the main function of the Texas state government?

• To manage local parks

• To create and enforce state laws

• To run city councils

• To collect county taxes

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TX.SOC.7.14.A

Which right is guaranteed to Texas citizens by the Texas Constitution?

• The right to vote

• The right to drive

• The right to free parking

• The right to free meals

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TX.SOC.7.15.A

Who was known as "Cactus Jack" and served as Vice President of the United States?

• John Nance Garner

• Sam Rayburn

• Barbara Jordan

• Henry B. González

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TX.SOC.7.17.B

Who led the first major revolt for Mexican independence that impacted Texas?

• Father Miguel Hidalgo

• Sam Houston

• Stephen F. Austin

• James A. Baker III

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TX.SOC.7.2.D

How did the development of railroads contribute to the growth of Texas cities?

• By making it easier to transport goods and people

• By increasing the number of farms

• By reducing the need for oil

• By limiting trade

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TX.SOC.7.11.A

Compare the responsibilities of municipal and county governments in Texas.

• Municipal governments handle city services; county governments manage regional services like courts and records.

• Both only handle state laws.

• County governments run schools; municipal governments run hospitals.

• Municipal governments collect state taxes; county governments collect federal taxes.

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TX.SOC.7.14.A

Which of the following is an example of a civic responsibility for Texas citizens?

• Serving on a jury

• Owning a business

• Traveling abroad

• Watching television

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TX.SOC.7.15.A

How did Barbara Jordan contribute to Texas and the United States?

• She was the first African American woman from the South elected to the U.S. House of Representatives.

• She discovered oil in Texas.

• She wrote the Texas Constitution.

• She was a famous Texas artist.

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TX.SOC.7.17.B

What was the significance of the Mexican federal Constitution of 1824 for Texas?

• It allowed Texas to have some self-government as part of Mexico.

• It made Texas an independent country.

• It banned all immigration to Texas.

• It ended slavery in Texas.

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TX.SOC.7.2.D