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WorksheetsUnit 11B: Oil, Reforms, & WWI 2025
Total questions: 42
Worksheet time: 42mins
What was one benefit of having railroads transferring raw materials?
They allowed people to be better connected and more social.
They were moved at a faster, less expensive, and more reliable rate.
They were an exciting and new way to travel.
A benefit of having Railroads in Texas was:
It meant that workers had more jobs laying track.
It meant that more and more people would likely leave Texas.
It opened up more areas for settlement which increased population rapidly.
What is the name of the era when humans began to use oil products for everyday life?
Economic Oil Time
Age of Oil
The Beginning of Oil
Oil Era of Business
What did the economic growth of the oil and gas industries provide for people moving to Texas?
Employment Opportunities
A chance to become more socially involved.
Greater entertainment opportunities
Who drilled the first successful oil well in the United States in Pennsylvania (1859)?
Stephen Drake
Edwin Drake
Drake the Snake
Eddie Van Halen
Which 2 states produced the most oil in the U.S. during the 1890s?
Texas & Pennsylvania
Ohio & Texas
Ohio & Pennsylvania
San Antonio & Spindletop
Which oil tycoon controlled about 90% of the nation's oil production during this time?
Cornelius Vanderbilt
J.P. Morgan
John D. Rockefeller
Andrew Carnegie
In business terms, what does the term "monopoly" mean?
A board game played for fun.
Complete control over an industry.
One way to create many businesses.
The single most successful way to run multiple companies.
Which company created the first oil well in Texas at Oil Springs?
Melrose Petroleum Oil Company
Melrose Oil & Drilling Company
Melrose Place Drilling Company
What happened on January 10, 1901 that would change the fortunes for the state of Texas and the United States?
The discovery of electricity at Spindletop.
Spindletop struck natural gas.
Spindletop struck oil.
What did Howard Hughes, Sr. invent which helped drill through hard rock?
Rotary Drill Square
Rotary Drill Bit
The Hughes Drilling Mechanism
Oil Drill Rod
True or False: The economic depression between the 1870s and 1900s had a negative impact on the market price of goods.
True
False
What did farmers rely on in order to get their crops to market?
Airplanes
Automobiles
Railroads
What is Populism?
A movement in Texas dedicated to rural citizens.
A nationwide movement dedicated to rural citizens.
A nationwide movement dedicated to privileged elite.
What organization was formed to watch over the railroad companies?
National Safety Council
Texas Railroad Commission
Texas Peace Commission
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
The Patrons of Husbandry also called the "_______" was a social and economic reform organization for farmers.
Texas Railroad Commission
Farmers Alliance
Grange
Texas Peace Commission
Which were THREE of the main benefits that farmers could enjoy if they joined the Patrons of Husbandry / “The Grange?”
Better educational opportunities, more social contracts, and cooperation in business.
Better food, More opportunity for jobs, and chance for survival.
Opportunity to succeed, more opportunities to be social, and better business practices.
Where did the farmers meet to discuss their grievances (complaints)?
Liberty County, Texas
Lampasas County, Texas
Bexar County, Texas
Loving County, Texas
What was the goal of the Farmer's Alliance?
To advance farmers' economic position.
To advance bankers position against farmers.
To advance famers' political position.
What organization formed the Populist Party?
The Grange
Texas Peace Commission
Famers' Alliance
Which major political party began to adopt Populist ideas?
The Independent Party
The Know Nothing Party
The Republican Party
The Democratic Party
True or False: The Texas Farmers Union is the state's newest general farm organization that represents family farmers and ranchers and rural interests of Texas.
True
False
What was the last name of the brothers who discovered oil at Spindletop?
Skywalker
Hamill
Rockefeller
Melrose
What do you think the word "reform" means?
an effort to keep current standards in business dealings.
an effort to make improvements /changes in social, political, or economic institutions.
the practice in giving more power to political leaders and big business institutions.
What does the word alliance mean?
A union formed between enemies.
An union formed between armies and citizens.
A union formed for mutual benefit between countries or organizations.
A handshake between 2 countries.
Who formed the allied powers early in WWI?
German Empire, Italy, and Austria-Hungary.
Algeria, United Kingdom, France, Serbia/Montenegro, and Russia.
Spain, Greece, Bulgaria, and Morocco.
Who formed the Central Powers in WWI?
German Empire, Italy, and Austria-Hungary.
Algeria, France, United Kingdom, Serbia/Montenegro, and Russia.
Bulgaria, Morocco, Greece, and Ottoman Empire.
What triggered the start to WWI?
A disagreement between 2 nations.
The alliance between 2 countries.
The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand.
Why were Texans interested in getting involved early on in WWI?
Because of the sinking of the Lusitania.
Because of the assassination of Austrian Archduke Franz Ferdinand.
Because they were hoping to finally get involved in WWI.
Because of the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln.
What was the name of the Mexican Revolutionary who was upset with the United States and created trouble in Northern Mexico?
Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna
General Francisco Castaneda
Pancho Villa
Pancho Hacienda
What was the name of the telegram from Germany that suggested Mexico invade the U.S. and take back their lost territories?
Zepruder Telegram
Zindizzle Telegram
Zachary Telegram
Zimmerman Telegram
What does the term "draft" mean when it comes to the military?
Voluntary admission into the armed forces.
Recruitment for Military Service.
A written agreement to serve as a civilian in the military.
How many Texan Woman served in WWI as nurses?
550
350
450
What was the end date for World War 1?
November 11, 1917
Novmeber 11, 1918
May 31, 1925
September 2, 1945
How many Texans were awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor for their bravery during the war?
one
two
three
four
True or False: During the war, the Texas economy boomed due to the large demand of goods from the military.
True
False
What does the term "Boom-and-Bust Cycle" mean?
Shifts from economic struggle to success
When a hot air balloon inflates and then explodes
When a teacher eats too much
Shifts from success to economic struggles
Which 4 areas of business showed signs of success following the war?
Oil
Farming
Clothing manufacturing
American Automakers
Dairy products & Poultry plants
What is the 18th Amendment all about?
The legalization of alcohol.
The illegal manufacturing, selling & transportation of alcohol.
The illegal consumption of alcoholic beverages.
The legal manufacturing, selling & transportation of alcohol.
Which amendment repealed (reversed) the 18th amendment?
19th amendment
20th amendment
21st amendment
Which amendment was about Women's Suffrage?
18th amendment
19th amendment
21st amendment
What does the term "Women's Suffrage" refer to?
Women's struggle for the right to vote
Men's struggle for the right to vote
Women's fight for equal pay
Men's fight to keep voting rights away from women.
