Age of Contact and Mexican National Eras
Which of the following best describes the defining characteristics of the Age of Contact era in Texas history?
A Anglo and Spanish settlers established colonies in Texas.
B American Indian tribes were driven out of Texas by French settlers.
C Spanish explorers and French explorers both claimed land in Texas
D. Spanish colonists abandoned exploration of Texas after not finding any gold.
What is C?
Spanish explorers and French explorers both claimed land in Texas
The Great Depression in Texas was especially damaging to the agricultural sector because of —
A a severe drought
B the New Deal programs
C the introduction of rationing
D a bust in the cotton industry
What is A?
Severe drought
Which definition best describes a "boom and bust" cycle?
A A period of great profits followed by a downward trend in an industry
B A period of poor profits followed by a large growth in an industry
C A period of high unemployment followed by a growth period
D A period of growth leading to higher employment
What is A?
A period of great profits followed by a downward trend in an industry
Which of the following is a civic responsibility of Texas citizens?
A Buying a car
B Taking a vacation
C Voting for public officials
D Participating in a protest march
What is C?
Voting for public officials
The year 1821 is important in the history of Texas because it was the year that —
A Austin was established as the capital of Texas
B Moses Austin received permission to settle in Texas
C Juan Seguín migrated to Texas with Mexican settlers
D Spain granted independence to the colony of Mexico
What is A?
Austin was established as the capital of Texas
Which motivation led early European explorers to investigate the Americas?
A Desire to find gold
B Desire to spread democracy
C Desire to leave overcrowded cities
D Desire to escape government monarchies
What is A?
desire to find gold
Which nickname was given to the African American regiments of the U.S. Army that helped to keep the peace among American Indians in the West after the Civil War?
A Bucktails
B Buffalo Soldiers
C Red River Rebels
D Screaming Eagles
What is B?
Buffalo Soldiers
Why is a free press important for Texas citizens?
A People should know what they can watch on television.
B Newspapers need to write stories that increase subscribers.
C People need to be informed to make valid decisions.
D Advertising brings in millions of dollars in revenue for newspapers.
What is C?
People need to be informed to make valid decisions.
Both the U.S. Constitution and the Texas Constitution include —
A a list of the rights guaranteed to citizens
B an explanation for declaring independence
C descriptions of the responsibilities of citizens
D an amendment granting equality for all citizens
What is A?
a list of the rights guaranteed to citizens
Which of the following is a contribution of Stephen F. Austin to the development of Texas?
A He established a mission at Galveston Bay.
B He explored the Rio Grande and West Texas.
C He helped draft the Mexican Constitution of 1824.
D He founded the first large Anglo colony in Texas.
What is D?
He founded the first large Anglo colony in Texas.
One major change that occurred in Texas society during the Mexican National Era includes —
A the introduction of cattle ranching
B the establishment of Anglo settlements
C the fighting of the American Revolution
D the conversion of American Indian tribes
What is B?
the establishment of Anglo settlements
The Battle of San Jacinto is commemorated by Texans because it resulted in the —
A loss of Goliad
B surrender of Santa Anna
C death of William B. Travis
D defeat of Sam Houston’s troops
What is B?
surrender of Santa Anna
Most immigrants were drawn to Texas in the mid-nineteenth century because of —
A the discovery of oil
B the stories about cowboy life
C the availability of cheap land
D the desire to escape religions persecution
What is C?
the availability of cheap land
How did the Constitution of 1876 expand voting rights in Texas after the Civil War?
A Women were allowed to vote.
B All men, regardless of race, were allowed to vote.
C All people were allowed to vote at the age of 21.
D New citizens to the state could now vote sooner.
What is B?
All men, regardless of race, were allowed to vote.
How did the Dust Bowl affect economic development in Texas?
A Many farms were lost to banks.
B The demand for Texas crops declined.
C Employment in major cities increased.
D Oil production declined in West Texas
What is A?
Many farms were lost to banks.
Which Texan served as Chief of Staff in both the Reagan and Bush administrations, as well as Secretary of State from 1989–1992?
A James A. Baker, III
B John B. Connally, Jr.
C Henry B. González
D Ann Richards
What is B?
John B. Connally, Jr.
Why did many Texans favor annexation to the United States?
A Texas debts from the republic would be paid.
B Texas would be a territory rather than a state.
C Texas would keep 21 million acres of public land.
D Texas could be divided into five states.
What is A?
Texas debts from the republic would be paid.
Which Texas industry would most likely be affected by an international conflict or crisis in the Middle East?
A Oil
B Cattle
C Cotton
D Lumber
What is A?
Oil
How did the First World War change the lives of women in Texas?
A Many women entered the workforce.
B Women gained equal pay with men.
C Women began serving in combat in the military.
D Many universities accepted women for the first time
What is A?
Many women entered the workforce
Following the American Civil War most former enslaved African Americans in Texas began making a living as —
A ranchers
B cowboys
C sharecroppers
D railroad porters
What is C?
Sharecroppers
How did rapid industrial expansion change the distribution of population within Texas during the early 20th century?
A The population of cities expanded rapidly.
B Many people could travel easier across the state.
C Many people moved out of the state for job opportunities.
D The population of coastal cities rose while inland cities fell
What is A?
The populations of cities expanded rapidly.