Mickey Mouse
The downsizing of the Texas oil industry during the 1980’s and 1990’s likely contributed to--
Job cuts in related businesses
which of the following generalizations about early Texas oil fields is accurate?
The westernmost area of Texas had no oil wells by 1920
Why did the U.S. government support the slaughter of buffalo?
Was seen as a way to bring the Native Americans of the Plains under control
The Populist movement in Texas organized to address reforms needed to--
Protect agricultural workers
How did New Deal programs change the lives of Texans during the Great Depression?
Thousands found employment building roads and bridges
How did Texas economically benefit from U.S. involvement in the Second World War(WWII)?
Natural resources in Texas were needed to supply the war effort
How did the First World War change the lives of women in Texas?
Many women entered the workforce
Following the American Civil War most former enslaved African Americans in Texas began making a living as--
Sharecroppers
In addition to the availability of land, which factor facilitated the settlement of the Texas frontier?
Establishment of forts in West Texas
Urbanization of Texas resulted in an increase in jobs in--
Service-related fields
The expansion of the railroad system throughout Texas in the early 20th century resulted in the growth of
Urban centers such as Dallas and Houston
how did the Texas economy change following the 1980’s decline in oil prices?
New industries and jobs were created to lessen dependence on the oil industry
Which headline best describes Texas during the American Civil War?
Citizens Divided on the Issue of Slavery
An end to the traditional lifestyle and ways of being for Native Americans came about during the Reconstruction period when--
The last bands of tribes were moved to reservations
Why were military bases built in Texas during the Second World War?
Texas had a moderate climate and large expanses of land
a constant challenge cowboys faced on cattle drives included---
Possible stampedes
How did supply and demand affect the economy of Texas during the 1930’s?
Overproduction led to price decreases
I was the son of an American woman captured by the Comanches.
I was the last Chief of the Comanches.
My tribe roamed West Texas.
I eventually assimilated into American culture and influenced other American Indians to do so.
Who am I?
Quanah Parker
what feature of cattle trails made them vital to the transportation of cattle to markets?
Connections to railroads
Which definition best describes a “boom and bust” cycle?
A period of great profits followed by a downward trend in an industry
What is Coach Pemelton's favorite Disney character?
Woody (Toy Story)
What is Coach Paul's favorite Disney character?
Aroura (Sleeping Beauty)
The primary goal of the Texas Equal Suffrage Association was to--
Win ratification of the Nineteenth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution
What is Mr. Richardson's favorite Disney character?
Genie
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 non-violent actions like Freedom Rides?
James Farmer, Jr.