CHAPTER 11. politics is how you interact with the people around you.2. Political Science: Degrees in this area expose students to history, sociology, and economics, as well as government.3. Government is the framework that organizes our communities, enforces our laws and reacts to our needs. 4. A period of occupation by the federal government and reorganization so Texas could once again achieve statehood was known as Reconstruction. 5. Which of the following is an accurate statement regarding Spanish settlement in Texas?- Missions built by the Spaniards provided cultural, religious, and linguistic centers that allowedthem to dominate Native Americans in the area.6. What was the long-term effect of Edmund J. Davis's election as the governor of Texas?- The Republicans eventually lost power and failed to regain power for 100 years.7. The modern economic success of Texas _________.- Is rooted in both agriculture and oil production8. Marcos Sanchez works for an Austin tech firm. At the time of the state's annexation, his ancestors owned a ranch on which oil was later discovered. Marcos's family history __________.- reflects the broader wealth creation trends in Texas economic history9. Many industries are attracted to Texas for its __________.- Low taxes and light regulation10. The insurance and finance industries have significantly expanded their presence in recent decades in which Texas city?- Houston11.__________ in the Piney Woods area is an economic mainstay in East Texas.- Timber Production12. Most of the West Texas Basin and Range area is __________.- Sparsely populated and wild13. The Coastal Plains are ideally suited for cultivating __________.- Rice14. Which of the following ethnic groups is facing the largest decline as a percentage of the population in Texas?- Anglos, (Whites)15. Which ethnic group has the highest median salary?- Asians16. Which of the following is an accurate statement about the Hispanic population in Texas in 2050?- The Hispanic population is projected to constitute a majority of the state's population by that time.Political culture is the attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors in a given part of the nation.Elazar defined an individualistic culture as one where private concerns are more important than public concerns.17. The individualistic political culture in Texas is best characterized by the __________.- notions of independence and limited governmentElazar noted that moralistic political cultures elect leaders who push for the greater good as opposed to gratifying individual needs. In a traditionalistic political culture, Elazar saw an almost allergic reaction to change. Political participation is lower in traditionalistic states than in all others and party power structures might as well be set in cement. 18. The traditionalistic political culture of Texas is most clearly on display in its __________.- intense resistance to change19. Which of the following least describes the attitudes, habits, and behaviors of Texans?- MoralisticQUIZ 11. Augustine is a farmer living near Lubbock. His main source of income is the production of cotton. The eventual depletion of the region's water resources threatens his livelihood. Augustine is considering entering the timber industry and investing all his savings in a sawmill. To which region should Augustine move?- Piney woods2. David argues that while the political culture of Texas is individualistic to some extent, it is definitely not traditionalistic. Which of the following, if true, proves that David's argument is incorrect?- Historically, Texas has worked to limit political participation and was reluctant to legalize gambling.3. Sofia is deeply influenced by the individualistic political culture. Which of the following statements is she most likely to agree with?- The government should not regulate commerce, and it should not impose heavy taxes.4. Why are Hispanics likely to play an increasingly important role in Texas politics and public policy debates?- The Hispanic population is growing rapidly and is projected to be a majority population in the future.5. Stephanie claims that Texas benefited economically from World War II. Which of the following strengthens Stephanie's argument?- the growth of defense manufacturing in Texas6. Which major city in Texas has become the nation's emerging "silicon valley" thanks to a growing tech presence in the area?- Austin7. Which group was invited by the Mexican government to settle in what is now Texas to serve as a buffer against Native American attacks?- Anglo8. When were the first massive deposits of oil found in Texas?- Early 1900s9. When were the first massive deposits of oil found in Texas?- Areas of Southern Boarder10. An in-depth study of education demographics by the Texas Tribune revealed that __________.- more women than men in Texas complete their college degreesCHAPTER 2Federalism involves the sharing of power between __________.- The national and stateUnder federalism, the primary responsibility of the national government is __________.- Military and foreign policy The power of judicial review in the United States lies in the hands of __________.- Both state and national courtsThe __________ is the portion of the Constitution aimed at limiting the government and empowering the individual.- Bill of RightsUnder federalism, one way the national government can force state and local compliance with its wishes is by __________.- Threatening to withhold government grantsAs a result of federal laws and the Fourteenth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, federal courts __________.- Often have jurisdiction in areas once completely under state controlWhy do state constitutions tend to be longer than the U.S. Constitution?- They blur constitutional law and legislative lawA state's Bill of Rights protects __________.- Individuals from unreasonable state government action Legislative law, in Texas, refers to __________.- Bills passed by the legislature and enacted by the governmentTexas drafted its first constitution __________.- As a part of the Mexican Federation Which of the following statements is true of the constitution of 1845?- It was written in order to gain admission to the United StatesWhich of the following provisions was included in the 1869 Texas constitution?- The extension of voting rights to African AmericansWhich group had the greatest influence on the development of the 1876 Texas constitution?- The Texas GrangeWhich of the following is true of the 1876
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