Texas Government
Why does the constitution make it impossible for a king to rule Texas?
It requires the government to be representative of its people.
Why is it important for Texas citizens to serve on a jury?
to help protect every individual’s right to a fair trial
Which annual celebration honors American Indian heritage in Texas?
Fiesta de San Antonio
How does folklore help to preserve the cultures of Texas?
It allows people to pass down legends and beliefs through stories.
How does natural gas compare to other fuels that power vehicles?
It creates less pollution.
Why has the Texas constitution needed many changes over the years?
Specific details of the 1876 constitution have become outdated.
How can people from foreign countries gain the same rights as U.S. citizens?
by becoming naturalized
What was one direct effect of urbanization in Texas after World War II?
the greater use of automobiles
How do sports in Texas reflect the cultural diversity of the state?
Different races and ethnicities are represented in sports in Texas.
How will people in the Texas Panhandle most likely receive water after 2020?
from pipelines
What does the veto allow the governor to do?
What is stopping a bill becoming into law?
How can citizens directly influence public policies?
by voting to support specific candidates and law
What will most likely happen to the Texas population in future decades?
Hispanic Americans will outnumber Anglos.
Why is Dallas an important cultural center for sports in Texas?
It has many professional sports teams and franchises.
Which problem is a direct result of massive land development?
water shortages
Why might a governor declare martial law?
What is to maintain order in a natural disaster?
How can political parties help prevent political abuses?
by monitoring members of the opposition
Why did General Pershing allow more than 500 Chinese people to settle in Texas in the early 1900s?
He wanted to reward them for helping him to fight Mexican outlaws
How do many charter schools differ from other public schools?
They receive public funding with fewer restrictions on educational methods.
What happened as a result of the Mexican government’s attempts to crack down on drug cartel violence?
The violence increased.
What happened as a result of the Sunset Act of 1977?
What is many state agencies were eliminated?
What does the two-party political system require in order to pass laws?
cooperation between opposing parties
Which factor will most likely cause the greatest increase in the Hispanic population of Texas in future decades?
a high birthrate
What is the purpose of the Skills Development Fund?
to help prepare students to enter the workforce
Which factor united the Iraqi insurgents in the early 2000s?
opposition to the presence of U.S. troops