Chapter 1 Flashcards
Approximately how long did one-party Democratic rule last in Texas?
Group of answer choices
100 years
Which of the following makes it difficult to classify Texas as having one unified political culture?
It’s size and diversity
Political culture is a term used to describe
the broadly shared values and beliefs about government
Which of the following would best characterize traditional, individualistic political culture?
a government that limits its impact in society so that citizens can pursue their economic self-interest
Provincialism is best defined as
a narrow view of the world
Which of the following has traditionally played a prominent role in the political culture of Texas?
buisness leaders
Which city is located in the Great Plains region of Texas?
Lubbock
Which event occurred at Spindletop, Texas?
oil was discovered
Which two Texas metropolitan areas are national centers for the high-tech industry?
Dallas and San Antonio
The North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) was signed by which U.S. president?
Bill Clinton
Which racial or ethnic group in Texas is concentrated in East Texas?
African Americans
Which city in Texas currently has the largest population?
Houston
Historically, the economy of Fort Worth has been associated with which industry?
Cattle
The second largest city in Texas today is
San Antonio
True or False: Political culture is static and does not change.
False
