Contemporary Texas 1950-present
What is the Boom and Bust Cycle? - ANS- A period of great profits followed by a
downward trend in an industry
How the the War in Vietnam Effect the Texas Economy? - ANS- Jobs were created in
Texas to support the military.
Why do the school districts of fast-growing cities, as well as towns with little industry,
struggle to acquire enough local funding to finance expansion? - ANS- A large
proportion of local education funding is tied to property taxes
Where can you find the oil and natural gas deposits in Texas? - ANS- Most geographic
areas of Texas have oil and gas deposits.
The use of irrigation on the plains of the Texas panhandle throughout the twentieth
century facilitated ranching and farming in the region, yet has also resulted in —? - ANS-
drying up of some underground water sources
Which reason best explains why many Germans immigrated to the Texas? - ANS- Many
were attracted by the cheap land and mild climate.
Recent immigration to Texas is most likely influencing society by —? - ANS- adding
greater cultural diversity to Texas
What possible economic issues will Texas face in the twenty-first century? - ANS-
Greater demand for jobs and schoolsj
Which of the following was a likely effect of establishing the center for the National
Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) in Houston? - ANS- Texas grew to
become a leader in the aerospace industry.
Republican leaders and educational groups in Texas have differing views about — -
ANS- spending for education in Texas
Why is freedom of the press essential to an effective democratic government in Texas? -
ANS- A free press monitors government actions for corruption and mismanagement.
Why is a free press important for Texas citizens? - ANS- People need to be informed to
make valid decisions.
What is the Boom and Bust Cycle? - ANS- A period of great profits followed by a
downward trend in an industry
How the the War in Vietnam Effect the Texas Economy? - ANS- Jobs were created in
Texas to support the military.
Why do the school districts of fast-growing cities, as well as towns with little industry,
struggle to acquire enough local funding to finance expansion? - ANS- A large
proportion of local education funding is tied to property taxes
Where can you find the oil and natural gas deposits in Texas? - ANS- Most geographic
areas of Texas have oil and gas deposits.
The use of irrigation on the plains of the Texas panhandle throughout the twentieth
century facilitated ranching and farming in the region, yet has also resulted in —? - ANS-
drying up of some underground water sources
Which reason best explains why many Germans immigrated to the Texas? - ANS- Many
were attracted by the cheap land and mild climate.
Recent immigration to Texas is most likely influencing society by —? - ANS- adding
greater cultural diversity to Texas
What possible economic issues will Texas face in the twenty-first century? - ANS-
Greater demand for jobs and schoolsj
Which of the following was a likely effect of establishing the center for the National
Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) in Houston? - ANS- Texas grew to
become a leader in the aerospace industry.
Republican leaders and educational groups in Texas have differing views about — -
ANS- spending for education in Texas
Why is freedom of the press essential to an effective democratic government in Texas? -
ANS- A free press monitors government actions for corruption and mismanagement.
Why is a free press important for Texas citizens? - ANS- People need to be informed to
make valid decisions.
