Statehood
How long was Texas its own country?
9 years
Who's election was the catalyst for the Civil War
US President Abraham Lincoln
Which of these is an effect of the Great Depression?
High Unemployment
Texas's Declaration of Independence was based on....
The United States Declaration of Independence.
Which holiday celebrated German heritage in Texas?
Octoberfest
Who was the first president of Texas
Sam Houston
Which holiday is celebrated on June 19th each year?
What effect did the discovery of oil at Spindletop have on Texas?
Texas became a top oil producer
Which Branch of Government is responsible for proposing and voting on new laws?
Legislative
Which holiday celebrated Hispanic heritage in Texas?
Cinco de Mayo
During Texas Statehood, why did the USA have so much trouble annexing Texas?
Slavery
Name a major effect of the Civil War?
Slavery ended in Texas
Which invention helped Texas grow its population, improve transportation, and grow the cattle/cotton business?
Railroads
Which Branch of Government is responsible for signing or vetoing bills?
Executive
Which of the following Texans served as a US President?
Lyndon Johnson
Who was the last president of Texas
Anson Jones
The period after the Civil War was called...
Reconstruction
Which events led to the Great Depression?
Stock Market Crash
Dust Bowl
Which Branch of Government is responsible for ensuring new laws follow the constitution?
Judicial
Which part of Texas has developed the fastest due to access to water, natural resources, and location close to other settlements?
South East
Texas was the #__ state to join the United States.
28th
What three amendments deal with African American Rights and Freedoms
13th-
14th
15th
What series of government programs was created to increase jobs and economic security after the Great Depression?
The New Deal
The framework of the Texas Government was created by...
Texas Constitution
Which of the following Texans was the first African American to serve in the US Congress?
Barbara Jordan