Texas History and Culture Assessment

Chuck Baldwin introduces a new Texas history curriculum for seventh graders, highlighting the intertwined history of Texas and the U.S. He shares fun facts about Texas, such as its population and area rankings, and its sports teams. The video also covers the birth of the oil industry at Spindletop in Beaumont and the history of Saint Anthony Cathedral Basilica. The session concludes with a recap of the key points discussed.

Why is Texas history taught in seventh grade instead of the first half of U.S. history?

• Because Texas history is more interesting

• Because Texas history is intertwined with U.S. history

• Because it is a tradition in Texas

• Because Texas is a large state

What is Texas's rank in terms of population among U.S. states?

• First

• Second

• Third

• Fourth

Which state is larger than Texas in terms of area?

• California

• New York

• Alaska

• Florida

How many professional basketball teams does Texas have?

• One

• Three

• Four

• Two

What major industry is highlighted in the discussion about Texas?

• Technology

• Agriculture

• Oil

• Tourism

What was the name of the significant oil strike in Texas?

• Patilla Strike

• Beaumont Strike

• Spindletop

• Gladys City

Where was the original Saint John Ladder church located?

• Where the Bishop's Cemetery is going to be

• Next to Hotel Dew Hospital

• Near Lamar University

• Downtown Beaumont

In what year was the Saint Anthony Cathedral Basilica built?

• 1910

• 1903

• 1920

• 1895

What was the original purpose of the Saint John Ladder church after it was moved?

• A museum

• A school

• A chapel

• A library

What is the main reason the Felons wanted to build a new church?

• To create a tourist attraction

• To honor their patron saint

• To replace an old church

• To celebrate their oil strike