Who founded Houston?
The Allen Brothers (1836)
What was the nickname for the Astrodome?
8th Wonder of the World
What Permian Bason city was home to President George Bush?
Midland
In 2012, Texas dedicated a statue to which country performer?
Willie Nelson (located in Austin)
What is the official dish of Texas since 1977?
Chili
Which musician played the last concert in the Astrodome?
George Strait (3/3/2002)
The Chisos Mountains are located in what U.S. National Park?
Big Bend
What is the southernmost city in Texas?
Brownsville
According to the music group Alabama, "If you're going to play in Texas, you gotta have a" what?
Fiddle
Austin distiller Nine Banded Whiskey is named after which Texas critter on its label?
Armadillo
What is the name of the Houston Texans mascot?
Toro
Where is SeaWorld located?
San Antonio
Which city is home to the Alamo and Riverwalk?
San Antonio
Which country singer holds the record for most #1 singles?
George Strait (over 60 million)
Which famous soft drink was invented in Texas in 1985?
Dr. Pepper (Waco)
Who or what is Houston named after?
Sam Houston
What is considered the prettiest place in Texas?
Texas Hill Country
What is the westernmost city in Texas?
El Paso
Where is home to the world's largest honky-tonk called "Billy Bob's Texas"?
Fort Worth
What is the state pie of Texas?
Pecan pie
What was the original name of the Houston Astros?
Colt 45s
Where is home to the outdoor musical "Texas"?
Palo Dura Canyon (2nd largest canyon in U.S.)
What city is home to the Texas Blueberry Festival?
Nacogdoches
Who is the country star referred to as the "red-headed stranger"?
Willie Nelson
German chocolate cake originated in what Texas city?
Dallas; home baker submitted recipe to Dallas Morning News using Samuel German's baking chocolate