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100

Who founded Houston?

The Allen Brothers (1836)

100

What was the nickname for the Astrodome?

8th Wonder of the World

100

What Permian Bason city was home to President George Bush?

Midland

100

In 2012, Texas dedicated a statue to which country performer?

Willie Nelson (located in Austin)

100

What is the official dish of Texas since 1977?

Chili

200

Which musician played the last concert in the Astrodome?

George Strait (3/3/2002)

200

The Chisos Mountains are located in what U.S. National Park?

Big Bend

200

What is the southernmost city in Texas?

Brownsville

200

According to the music group Alabama, "If you're going to play in Texas, you gotta have a" what?

Fiddle

200

Austin distiller Nine Banded Whiskey is named after which Texas critter on its label?

Armadillo

300

What is the name of the Houston Texans mascot?

Toro

300

Where is SeaWorld located?

San Antonio

300

Which city is home to the Alamo and Riverwalk?

San Antonio

300

Which country singer holds the record for most #1 singles?

George Strait (over 60 million)

300

Which famous soft drink was invented in Texas in 1985?

Dr. Pepper (Waco)

400

Who or what is Houston named after?

Sam Houston

400

What is considered the prettiest place in Texas?

Texas Hill Country

400

What is the westernmost city in Texas?

El Paso

400

Where is home to the world's largest honky-tonk called "Billy Bob's Texas"?

Fort Worth

400

What is the state pie of Texas?

Pecan pie

500

What was the original name of the Houston Astros?

Colt 45s

500

Where is home to the outdoor musical "Texas"?

Palo Dura Canyon (2nd largest canyon in U.S.)

500

What city is home to the Texas Blueberry Festival?

Nacogdoches

500

Who is the country star referred to as the "red-headed stranger"?

Willie Nelson

500

German chocolate cake originated in what Texas city?

Dallas; home baker submitted recipe to Dallas Morning News using Samuel German's baking chocolate