WorksheetsCivil Rights 7th Study
Total questions: 16
Worksheet time: 1hrs 20mins
Why is freedom of the press essential to an effective democratic government in Texas?
A free press employs a large segment of the population.
A free press is a critical tool to distribute commercial advertising.
A free press contributes to diplomacy between Texas and other states.
A free press monitors government actions for corruption and mismanagement.
According to the excerpt above, Republican leaders and educational groups in Texas have
differing views about —
spending for education in Texas
creating new educational standards
giving pay raises to teachers in Texas
raising the cost of college tuition in Texas
Which Texan is noted for years of service as a judge in the state of Texas and was the first
Hispanic appointed to statewide office in Texas?
James A. Baker, III
Raul A. Gonzalez, Jr.
Barbara Jordan
Raymond L. Telles
How did the Texas Constitution’s guarantee of freedom of the press contribute to advancing the
Civil Rights Movement in Texas?
It allowed civil rights leaders a place to publish opinion polls.
It provided advertising for struggling civil rights organizations.
It helped to create job opportunities for minorities at news stations.
It informed the public about issues and events related to the movement.
Which of the following is a right protected by the Texas Constitution?
Equality for men and women
Public access to the state capitol at all times
Freedom to drive at the age of eighteen
Guaranteed admission into a public university
Which Texan leader is described by the information in the box above?
Lauro Cavazos
Henry B. González
Raul A. Gonzalez, Jr.
Raymond L. Telles
Which Texan was the first African American from a southern state to serve in the U.S. Congress
after her service in the Texas State Senate?
Olveta Culp Hobby
Kay Bailey Hutchinson
Barbara Jordon
Ann Richards
Which Texan was the first African American from a southern state to serve in the U.S. Congress
after her service in the Texas State Senate?
Olveta Culp Hobby
Kay Bailey Hutchinson
Barbara Jordon
Ann Richards
Which U.S. president from Texas best reflects the leadership qualities described in the excerpt?
George H.W. Bush (forty-first president)
George W. Bush (forty-third president)
Dwight D. Eisenhower
Lyndon B. Johnson
According to Section 2 of the Texas Bill of Rights, Texans may alter the government as long as....
the people maintain their authority over government
the people benefit from the actions of government
the government stays a representative democracy
the government preserves the rights of the people of Texas
Which civil rights leader and native Texan formed the Committee of Racial Equality (CORE) and
worked to bring an end to racial segregation in the United States through nonviolent
actions like the Freedom Rides?
Hector P. Garcia
Medgar Evers
Martin Luther King, Jr.
James Farmer, Jr.
Why did the U.S. Postal Service honor the individual shown above?
She was the first woman to sing a leading role with the Metropolitan Opera and served as a
U.S. Goodwill Ambassador to nations across the world.
A journalist, business leader, and public servant, she formed and led the Women’s Army
Corps (WAC) during the Second World War. She was appointed the first secretary of the
Department of Health, Education, and Welfare — the second woman to hold a cabinet post.
She was a forerunner in the newly emerging field of photojournalism and was the first female
to be hired as such. She was the first photographer for Fortune magazine and the first
Western photographer allowed into the Soviet Union.
At the age of fifty-two, she devoted her life to encouraging young girls. She founded the
Girl Scouts and established a national headquarters in Washington. At her death, there were
troops in every state.
How do the actions of Hector Garcia characterize the age of Civil Rights and Conservatism?
His long service as leader of the Republican Party in Texas led to an expansion of
conservatism in government.
His introduction of numerous education bills to Congress led to expanded educational
opportunities for minorities.
His actions as the U.S. Postmaster General led to greater diversity and recognition of ethnic
groups and women on stamps.
His founding of the American G.I. Forum led to expanded rights and liberties for Hispanic
Americans.
According to the author, how has the evangelical movement influenced political leadership in
the last several decades?
Evangelical political leaders believe religious convictions should be separated from political
decisions.
Evangelical political leaders have incorporated their faith into the way they lead.
Evangelical political leaders have lost the influence they have had in the decades prior to
the 1970s.
Evangelical political leaders introduced religious values for the first time associated with the
founding of the nation.
Which goal was the original mission of the League of United Latin American Citizens?
Support the rights of Spanish-speaking people
Argue for new laws that improve factory conditions
Campaign for the elimination of immigration quotas
Improve relations with nations of Central and South America
Why is a free press important for Texas citizens?
People should know what they can watch on television.
Newspapers need to write stories that increase subscribers.
People need to be informed to make valid decisions.
Advertising brings in millions of dollars in revenue for newspapers.
