Texas Politics Final Exam
Texas is required to use a bilingual ballot for all elections in counties that contain more than ________ percent Spanish-speaking residents 1 5 10 15 20
20
According to Table 2.3, which year exhibited the lowest overall turnout? 1981 1987 1995 2005 2011
2011
Currently, what is the percent of Supreme Court Justices in Texas that would identify as Democratic? 0% 25% 50% 75% 100%
25%
Texas has ______ County governments 150 220 254 300 354
254
In Texas, how long prior to an election must you register in order to be eligible to vote? 0 days, same day registration 4 days before an election 10 days before an election 17 days before an election 30 days before an election
30 days before an election
For incorporation to proceed in Texas with the intention of becoming a Home Rule municipality, a minimum population of ______ citizens must be living within the area. 201 501 1,001 2,201 5,001
5,001
What percentage of the Texas Senate is usually elected during a presidential year? 25% 33% 50% 75% 100%
50%
Texas population has changed in the last 100 tears. From ____ rural, to ____ urban. 50%, 75% 75%, 50% 90%, 60% 60%, 90% 90%, 90%
90%, 90%
According to Table 2.3, which year exhibited the highest overall turnout? 1981 1987 1995 2005 2011
1987
When the governor and Lt Governor are out of the state who becomes governor? Secretary of State Comptroller of Public Accounts President of the Senate Speaker of the House An executive that will be sworn in for the period they are absent
An executive that will be sworn in for the period they are absent
The Supreme Court abolished the "plain view doctrine" in federal cases True False
False
The Texas Supreme Court and Court of Criminal Appeals review each other's decisions to make sure they are constitutional. True False
False
Citizens decide what designation a city will be True False
True
Of 3rd. parties, the Libertarians are the most formidable. True False
True
This is the law in Texas that forbids candidates defeated in the primary election from filing to run as independents in the general election: "Sore loser" law Double jeopardy "Can't lose twice" law "Once bitten, twice shy" law "Get over it law"
"Sore loser" law
The Texas governor earns ________ in salary every year $7,200 $100,000 $150,000 $175,000 $200,000
$150,000
In Texas, to run as an independent for statewide office, a candidate must file a petition with a number of signatures equal to ________ percent of the votes cast for governor in the past election. 1 5 10 15 20
1
Texas apportions its legislative seats once every __________ 2-years 6-years 10-years even-year odd-years
10-years
What percentage of the Texas House of Representatives is elected during a presidential year? 25% 33% 50% 75% 100%
100%
How long is the Texas legislative session? 140 days 6 months 9 months one year two years
140 days
Amendments to the federal constitution that broadened the franchise (the right to vote), were the 14th, 15th, 24th 15th, 16th, 20th 14th, 19th, 26th 19th, 21st, 23rd 13th, 18th, and 22nd
14th, 19th, 26th
In addition to a preamble and appendix, how many articles are contained in the Texas Constitution? 10 17 27 76 118
17
The US 19th. Amendment gave women the right to vote in all elections. Texas however gave women the right to vote in Texas elections in 1876 1902 1918 1920 1964
1918
In what decade was the poll tax abolished in Texas? 1890s 1920s 1940S 1960s 1970s
1960s
A candidate who is listed on the general election ballot as a Libertarian is considered: A caucus candidate An independent candidate A minor party candidate A write-in candidate A 3rd party candidate
A 3rd party candidate
Which of the following individuals would NOT be eligible to run for governor? A person who is not registered to vote A person who is only twenty-eight years of age A person that does not have a college degree A person who was born elsewhere but has become a U.S. citizen A person who has only lived in Texas for seven years
A person who is only twenty-eight years of age
In most instances, the adoption of articles of impeachment results in The removal of an office holder A trial in the Senate A trial in the House A trial in a district court A state recall vote
A trial in the Senate
The discovery of oil transformed Texas by: Reinforcing the need to expand economically Accelerating the growth of Texas's population Sparking the transition to an agricultural economy Increasing the number of Texans who lived in rural areas Reinforcing and even narrowing Texans' ideas about government
Accelerating the growth of Texas's population
Of the following groups which had the highest turnout rate in Texas in the 2016 presidential election? African American White Asian American Hispanic Other
African American
During our second class of the semester we spoke of many topical issues that surround our state and country. We had a lively debate. This action would best be described by which of the following? Agenda building Identification Policy formulation Policy adoption and legitimation Policy implementation Policy evaluation
Agenda building Identification
Which of the following official enforces the state's weights and measures laws? Agriculture Commissioner Land Commissioner Comptroller of Public Accounts Department of Weights and Measures Texas Produce Administration
Agriculture Commissioner
In 2016, Texas voters elected All the members of the Texas House of Representatives and all the members of the Texas Senate All the members of the Texas House of Representatives and half the members of the Texas Senate Half the members of the Texas House of Representatives and all the members of the Texas Senate Half the members of the Texas House of Representatives and half the members of the Texas Senate Half the members of the Texas House of Representatives and one-third of the members of the Texas Senate
All the members of the Texas House of Representatives and half the members of the Texas Senate
Bond elections are intended to Allow municipalities to borrow money and tax citizens to pay it back Allow counties to decide what bond and bail laws shall be implemented Allow the state to impose an income tax Allow the federal government to legislate criminal laws None of the above are correct
Allow municipalities to borrow money and tax citizens to pay it back
Based on who generally votes, who of the following would NOT likely vote? Angie Smith, a 20 year old college student waiting tables at the local café Pick A for this exam Devin Villarreal, a 42 year old assistant manager at a car dealership Jocelyn Jones and 65 year old retiree Eric Smith, a 21 high school drop out working at McDonalds Arnold Jackson, a 50 year old CPA working at a local accounting firm
Angie Smith, a 20 year old college student waiting tables at the local café Pick A for this exam
Which of the following is NOT a power of the Texas legislature? Propose laws Oversight of state agencies Propose constitutional amendments Over ride power Appoint judges
Appoint judges
Municipal elections in Texas: Have high turnout Are nonpartisan Must be held during presidential election years Are partisan Receive large amount of media coverage
Are nonpartisan
To be eligible to run for the Texas Senate you must Meet a minimum income qualification Must have some form of religious affiliation Be at least 26 years of age Have resided in the district for at least two years Have resided in the state for at least three years
Be at least 26 years of age
According to Table 8.2, between which 2 cycles did we see a decline in campaign money? Between 2006 and 2008 for Labor PACs Between 2010 and 2012 for Ideology PACs Between 2012 and 2014 for Business PACs Between 2012 and 2014 for all PACs Between 2006 and 2008 for Unknown PACs
Between 2010 and 2012 for Ideology PACs
Texas and Oklahoma have two high courts. By definition these courts are called Duplicative Bi furcated Redundant Federal Confederal
Bi furcated
Who was the first Republican elected to statewide office in Texas since the 1870s? John Tower Phil Gramm GW Bush Lyndon B. Johnson Bill Clements
Bill Clements
A(n) ____ grant is for broad purposes and gives state and local governments a significant amount of discretion in how the money is spent. Categorical Block Formula Earmark Exclusive
Block
Which region of the state is known primarily for its production of citrus fruits and vegetables? Central Corridor Gulf Coast Region Western Region Border Area Central Corridor
Border Area
In the years following the Civil War, _________ became Texas's economic mainstay. Cattle Cotton Rice Oil None of these are correct
Cattle
What was the primary use of land in Texas from the 1820s to the 1860s? Rice Cattle Cotton Oil Land use in the period was about equally divided among these three
Cotton
When a minor is arrested for a crime, they will be judged in Criminal Court Civil Court Minors Court Appellate Court Judicial Court
Civil Court
Most of the work of the attorney general involves ________ rather than ________. Civil law; criminal law Ceremonial functions; executive functions Judicial review; prosecution Executive functions; ceremonial functions Criminal law; civil law
Civil law; criminal law
Most court cases in Texas deal with Controversies between individuals Criminal matters Civil matters Federal matters County and local issues
Civil matters
When Governor Perry called out our Texas guard to protect our airports after 911, he was acting as our Legislator in Chief Administrator in Chief Governor in Chief Leader in chief Commander in Chief
Commander in Chief
An individual who is an active voter but avoids the combat and controversy of partisan campaigns is which type of political activist? Minimalist Communalist Campaigner Parochial participant Voting specialist
Communalist
Currently, the top export of Texas is Machinery Computers and electronics Chemicals Petroleum and coal products Agriculture
Computers and electronics
A major cause of the shift from Democratic to Republican dominance in Texas was: Conservatives' shift to the Republican party Immigration from northern states Widespread opposition to President Eisenhower An influx of immigrants from Mexico The rise of straight-ticket voting
Conservatives' shift to the Republican party
Courts differ from legislatures in that: Courts are easier to access Courts are not checked by the Fed appeals courts Courts are not checked by the executive branch Courts cannot initiate policy changes Courts are not governed by procedural rules
Courts cannot initiate policy changes
In Texas, appellate courts: Decide whether procedure was followed Determine guilt or innocence Depend on high levels of citizen participation Are local and limited Decide who has the preponderance of evidence
Decide whether procedure was followed
Which of the following views of local government power dictates that local government should only have those powers expressly granted by the state? Dillon's Rule Ogden's Rule Colley's Rule Perry's Rule Esparza's Rule
Dillon's Rule
What court is known a as primary trial court? Justice of the Peace Courts District Courts Criminal Courts County Courts Supreme Court
District Courts
A murder case would most likely first be tried in a/an: District court Supreme Court County court Appellate court Magistrate court
District court
In the 1952 and 1956 presidential elections, many Yellow Dog Democrats broke with tradition and voted for Earl Warren. Adlai Stevenson II. Lyndon B. Johnson. Dwight D. Eisenhower Alan Shivers
Dwight D. Eisenhower
Texas gubernatorial elections are held on presidential election years. True False
False
Carmell v. Texas dealt with the issue of De'jure discrimination in voting De-facto discrimination in housing Ex-post facto laws 4th. Amendment, Search and Seizure laws Educational rights for illegal aliens
Ex-post facto laws
The 24th. Amendment gave 18 year olds the right to vote. True False
False
Given Texas' political culture, which of the following best reflects a governmental policy the majority would be supportive of Expansion of immigration policy to ensure illegal immigrants acceptance Creating a state income tax to ensure public schools are sufficiently funded Expansion of Medicaid to ensure people at 200% of the poverty level are afforded health coverage Expanding regulations of hydraulic fracturing (fracking) to protect the underground water table Expanded tax credits for enticing businesses to move to Texas
Expanded tax credits for enticing businesses to move to Texas
3rd. parties in Texas must achieve 10% of the previous election to be placed on the ballot True False
False
Governors in Texas are elected in presidential-election years. True False
False
In 2014, Texas governor terms were capped at 2 terms True False
False
The expansion of political participation in the southern U.S. states has come about largely because of Suffrage movements of the early twentieth century The Supreme Court The Fifteenth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution The civil rights movement Federal government intervention
Federal government intervention
In the U.S. federalist system: States can ignore national policies and rulings if they conflict with state laws States do not have to respect the judicial proceedings of other states The federal government cannot withhold funds to force policies on states States are not allowed to sue the US Federal law is supreme
Federal law is supreme
Which Governor served the shortest period of time? Bill Clements Fletcher Stockdale Rick Perry William Hogg Pa Ferguson
Fletcher Stockdale
In 2014, ____________ was elected governor of Texas Greg Abbott Wendy Davis Rick Perry Bill Clements Mark White
Greg Abbott
Of the following elections, which would generally have the highest VTO? General election Primary elections Local elections Off-year elections Constitutional amendment elections
General election
This official is responsible for leasing state lands and generating funds from oil and gas production Glen Hegar Rolando Pablos Ken Paxton George P Bush Wayne Christian
George P Bush
This official is responsible for collecting many taxes and fees and for investing state funds Glen Hegar Rolando Pablos Ken Paxton George P Bush Wayne Christian
Glen Hegar
Which of the following informal qualifications for governor is nearly universal in Texas? Fraternal membership Military service Holding a law degree Having previously held elected office Powerful friends
Having previously held elected office
What court case dealt with jury selection regarding capital cases? US v Lopez Ruiz v. Estelle. Texas v Brown Edgewood v. Kirby Hernandez v Texas
Hernandez v Texas
Compared to other states, Texas has: Lower poverty rates and higher population growth Higher poverty rates and higher population growth Lower poverty rates and lower population growth Higher poverty rates and lower population growth Stable poverty rates with stable population growth
Higher poverty rates and higher population growth
Of the following groups had the lowest turnout rate in Texas in the 2016 presidential election? African American White Asian American Hispanic Other
Hispanic
Which group had the lowest turnout rate in Texas in the 2014 gubernatorial election? African Americans Anglo Asian Americans Hispanics Jewish Americans
Hispanics
The Speaker is the leader of the ________ while the Lt Governor is the leader of the ________ Ways and Means, Legislative Budget Board House, Senate Executive Branch, Judicial Branch Senate, House Legislative Budget Board, Ways and Means
House, Senate
In Verba and Nie's typology of political participation, which category contains the highest percentage of the population? Complete activists Parochial participants Semi activists Inactives Campaigners
Inactives
Opposition to laws that increase government involvement in private business is an example of which Moralistic Mercantilistic Individualistic Neoliberalistic Traditionalistic
Individualistic
Opposition to laws that increase government involvement in private business is an example of which political subculture? Moralistic Elitist Mercantilistic Individualistic Traditionalistic
Individualistic
"Battleground Texas" Is a conservative political action committee launched in 2013 Is a libertarian group seeking policy change Is a Democrat political action committee launched in 2013. Is a Republican political action committee launched in 2013 Is a successful Democrat political action committee
Is a Democrat political action committee launched in 2013.
The line-item veto Is a key power of the Texas governor Was declared unconstitutional in the 1980s Is possessed by only a small percentage of state governors Applies to all bills except the budget Is a power Presidents have and governors do not
Is a key power of the Texas governor
What was the result of a bill introduced in 1999 calling for a general revision of the Texas Constitution? It was defeated in a floor vote It was not approved by the citizens It died in committee It was inadvertently placed on the wrong calendar and was ignored "Cockroaches" killed it
It died in committee
Arguably, what is the impact of Texas political culture on political participation? It strongly encourages political participation It moderately encourages political participation It tends to favor those who immigrate into this state It discourages political participation It has no effect on political participation
It discourages political participation
Why do political candidates often use the "tough on criminals" campaign strategy? Polls have indicated that crime is the number-one issue with voters It is a safe issue that offends few voters They tend to take the "if it bleeds, it approach Voters want judges who will be tough None of these answers is correct
It is a safe issue that offends few voters
The VRA 65 was instrumental because It allowed states to decide how local elections would be managed It allowed local governments to decide registration criteria It allowed county courts the right of hearing criminal cases It mandated single-member elections in local and county governments It mandated at-large elections in County and Court elections
It mandated single-member elections in local and county governments
Who of the following governors of Texas was the only governor impeached and removed from office? Mark White George W Bush Allen Shivers Fletcher Stockdale James Ferguson
James Ferguson
When was the last time a Democratic presidential candidate won Texas' electoral votes? Lyndon Johnson in 1964 Jimmy Carter in 1976 Bill Clinton in 1992 Bill Clinton in 1996 Al Gore 2000
Jimmy Carter in 1976
The Court case of _______ v. _______ dealt with capital punishment and cruel and unusual punishment? Hopwood v Texas Lawrence v Texas Jurek v Texas Hernandez v Texas Ruiz v Estelle
Jurek v Texas
The Attorney General is Glen Hegar Rolando Pablos Ken Paxton George P Bush Wayne Christian
Ken Paxton
What course case revolved around the 14th. Amendment where the Justices ruled that the law in Texas had no legitimate governmental purpose? Ruiz v Estelle Lawrence and Garner v Texas Penry v Johnson Grovey v Townsend US v. Lopez
Lawrence and Garner v Texas
If the office of governor is vacated, the order of succession is: Lieutenant governor, land commissioner, president pro tempore Attorney general, lieutenant governor, speaker of the house Lieutenant governor, president pro tempore, speaker of the house President pro tempore, land commissioner, attorney general President of the Senate, Secretary of State, Comptroller
Lieutenant governor, president pro tempore, speaker of the house
According to Table 2.1, what is one power that the governor of Texas enjoys? Line-Item Veto Power to tax Budgetary powers Power to interpret the law Impeachment power of judges
Line-Item Veto
__________ is the smallest county, while _________ is the largest in Texas in terms of population Harris, Dallas Bexar, McClellan Tarrant, Hudspeth Loving, Harris Harris, Cotulla
Loving, Harris
What court case involved the issue and prosecution of non-citizens and the Vienna Convention protocol? Medellin v. Texas Roe v. Wade Van Orden v. Perry Smith v Texas Ruiz v. Estelle
Medellin v. Texas
The Frontline program entitled "Justice for Sale" highlighted how justices on Texas' Supreme Court had received: Almost a $1 million in donations Between $3 million and $4 million in donations More than $9 million in donations Approximately $475,000 in donations Several benefits from law firms lobby groups
More than $9 million in donations
Of the following, which are NOT considered part of the voting population using VAP? Noncitizens Convicted felons Citizens Minors All are not considered
Minors
The National Voter Registration Act is also known as the Vehicles and Votes Act Rapid Registration Act Right To Vote Act Motor Voter Act C.A.R.S. Act
Motor Voter Act
All Texas judges are selected by partisan elections EXCEPT: Supreme court judges Trial court judges Appellate court judges District court Municipal judges
Municipal judges
What is the annual limit on special legislative sessions in the state of Texas? 2 5 9 14 None of these answers is correct
None of these answers is correct
Only two states have a dual High Court. Texas is one, the other is________ Louisiana New Mexico California Arkansas Oklahoma
Oklahoma
Minority groups in Texas: Have no influence on politics and policy decisions Are shrinking due to an influx of whites in other states Outnumber non-Hispanic whites Are primarily concentrated in rural areas Are dwindling due to immigration policies
Outnumber non-Hispanic whites
According to Table 2.1, what is one power that the Texas legislature enjoys? Veto power Interpret the law Oversight power Budget control Settling disputes
Oversight power
How are Supreme Court Justices selected in Texas? Missouri system Retention system Gubernatorial appointment Partisan elections Non partisan election
Partisan elections
What system is used to select judicial candidates? Missouri system Judicial system Partisan system Democratic system Bi partisan system
Partisan system
What case dealt with the issue withholding funds from local school districts for educating children of illegal aliens? Plyler v Doe Hopwood v Texas Penry v. Johnson SAISD v Rodriguez City of Boerne v Flores
Plyler v Doe
What court case dealt with the courts considering "mitigating circumstances" regarding capital cases? Smith v. Allwright Jurek v Texas Sweat v. Painter US v Lopez Penry v. Johnson
Penry v. Johnson
What is the voter participation measure used most often by political scientists? Percentage of registered voters Percentage of voting-age U.S. citizen population Percentage of voting eligible over 18 years of age Percentage of voting-eligible population Percentage of voting-age population
Percentage of voting-age population
As a student, you are responsible for selecting your course load for this semester. You may have met with a counselor or just simply chose and selected your courses based on your needs. This action would best described by which of the following? Agenda building and Identification Policy formulation Policy adoption and legitimation Policy implementation Policy evaluation
Policy adoption and legitimation
Mayor of San Antonio Ron Nirenberg is praised for his handling of the crisis (Hurricane Harvey) in Houston as he and San Antonio lend a hand to those in need. This action would best be described by which of the following? Agenda building Identification Policy formulation Policy adoption and legitimation Policy implementation Policy evaluation
Policy evaluation
As part of your grade (optional) you have been offered an extra credit video project this semester. You decide that is a good idea. You research a topic a topic offered. This action would best be described by which of the following? Agenda building Identification Policy formulation Policy adoption and legitimation Policy implementation Policy evaluation
Policy formulation
Professor Esparza on the first day of class introduces the course and its requirements. He goes over the syllabus with test dates clearly stated. Test one is held on the date the syllabus indicated. This action would best be described by which of the following? Agenda building Identification Policy formulation Policy adoption and legitimation Policy implementation Policy evaluation
Policy implementation
According to a recent survey, which of the following types of political participation is most common? Political activity in the context of a social networking site Signed a paper petition Worked with others to solve a community problem Contributed money to a political candidate or party Attached a bumper sticker on your vehicle
Political activity in the context of a social networking site
Regarding a recent survey, which of the following types of political participation is the most common? Worked with others to solve a community problem Signed a letter or petition Political activity in the context of a social networking site Contributed money to a party or candidate Running for a local office
Political activity in the context of a social networking site
Voters must approve amendments to the Texas constitution. This is an example of the principle of: Granger influence Citizen legislatures Social contract theory Popular sovereignty Separation of powers
Popular sovereignty
According to Figure 1.3 in the text, what can be determined about population change in Texas? Population growth in Texas is about the same as most states Population growth in Texas is lower than the national average Population growth in Texas is the same as the national rate Population in Texas has grown about twice the national rate
Population in Texas has grown about twice the national rate
What is it called when a voter votes on a candidate or party based on their leaders' performance? Performance Retrospective Value Expectation Incentive
Retrospective
Free or reduced legal fee representation in Texas is called The Public Defense system Pro Bono The Texas Indigent Client Program The Texas Bar Association "giving-back" Program The Texas Advocates Rights system
Pro Bono
Which of the following is an aspect of the 1845 constitution that was adapted from earlier Spanish law? Property rights for women Limited executive authority The establishment of a state religion The prohibition of slavery The right of the clergy to serve in government
Property rights for women
Which of the following is NOT an exclusive power of the national government? Regulate interstate commerce Conduct national elections Regulate banks Provide education Immigration policy
Provide education
The rate of population growth in Texas over the last decade can be characterized as Slow Rapid Negative Bi coastal Bi-generational
Rapid
The United States government is attempting to require all states reconfigure drivers' licenses to conform to biometric standards at the federal level. This would costs states, and ultimately citizens a significant amount of money. States would likely argue that the federal government is creating an undue burden and the US government is infringing upon their Reserved powers under the 10th Amendment The Supremacy powers of the Constitution Concurrent powers under the 9th Amendment Due Process powers under the 14th Amendment Implied powers under Article IV
Reserved powers under the 10th Amendment
What was the prevailing theme of the Constitutional Convention of 1873? Screw you we're from Texas States rights or death Power to the People Retrenchment and Reform Boom to Bust
Retrenchment and Reform
After leaving a polling site (after you have voted), you state reasons as to why you did or did not vote for someone. In doing this, you are using the idea of __________ voting. Constitutional Demonstrative States-right Power-shift Retrospective
Retrospective
Which constitution was pejoratively known as the "carpetbagger's constitution"? U.S. Constitution The Confederate States of America Republic of Mexico's constitution Republic of Texas Constitution Reconstruction constitution
Reconstruction constitution
The "Australian" ballot and primaries are examples of reforms introduced in order to: Increase voter turnout Limit donations from PACs Reduce the influence of large party machines Decreased voter turnout Encourage more women to run for office
Reduce the influence of large party machines
In order to vote in Texas, a person must: Register online Register by phone Just show up at the polling place on election day Register 30 days in advance of an election Have a Texas driver's license
Register 30 days in advance of an election
In Texas, the TEA Party is most closely aligned with the Democratic Party Republican Party Libertarian Party American Independent Party Reform Party
Republican Party
The United States government is attempting to require all states reconfigure drivers' licenses to conform to biometric standards at the federal level. This would costs states, and ultimately citizens a significant amount of money. States would likely argue that the federal government is creating an undue burden and the US government is Reserved powers under the 10th Amendment Concurrent powers under the 9th Amendment Due Process powers under the 14th Amendment Implied powers under Article IV Explicit powers the agreement to ratify the Constitution
Reserved powers under the 10th Amendment
Which Governor served the longest period of time? Bill Clements Fletcher Stockdale Rick Perry William Hogg Pa Ferguson
Rick Perry
This official is the chief election officer and international liaison in Texas Glen Hegar Rolando Pablos Ken Paxton George P Bush Wayne Christian
Rolando Pablos
Who is the current mayor of San Antonio? Henry Cisneros Ivy Taylor Phil Hardberger Julian Castro Ron Nirenberger
Ron Nirenberger
San Antonio wants to expand and add new territory to the city and broaden its tax base by doing what with regard to an upscale subdivision that borders the city? San Antonio would declare its eminent domain rights over it San Antonio would use its annexing rights San Antonio would invoke its extra-territorial jurisdiction rights over it San Antonio would simply incorporate the area in question San Antonio would seek federal guidelines to be able to acquire it
San Antonio would use its annexing rights
In the process known as ________, the governor must clear his or her appointments with the state senator from the appointee's home district. Political reciprocity The "southern custom" "Good politics" Senatorial courtesy Bi partisanship
Senatorial courtesy
The notion that all individuals possess inalienable rights and willingly submit to government to protect those rights is embodied in The traditionalistic subculture Social contract theory The individualistic subculture Popular sovereignty Moralistic
Social contract theory
The most common form of local government in the United States is ________ government. City County School district Township Special district
Special district
If a court makes a ruling based on a previous ruling from another court, this is an example of the principle of: Policy diffusion Objectivity Subjectivity Prior restraint Stare decisis
Stare decisis
Which amendment to the U.S. Constitution contains this statement? "The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States, are reserved to the States respectively, or to the people." Ninth Tenth Eleventh Twelfth Thirteenth
Tenth
Article 6 of the U.S. Constitution contains the ________ clause establishing the U.S. Constitution as the law of the land that no federal or state law may violate. Preemptive Establishment Supremacy Primacy Constitutional
Supremacy
What case dealt with the equality of enrollment at the University of Texas Law School? Hernandez v. Texas Jurek v Texas Sweat v. Painter Texas v. Johnson Grovey v. Townsend
Sweat v. Painter
Of the six flags flown over Texas, which represented republics? Texas and Mexico The CSA and France Spain and France France and Mexico Germany and France
Texas and Mexico
In terms of the number of Texans living in urban and rural locales, what is the trend based on 2010 U.S. Census Bureau data? Texas is becoming more suburban Texas is becoming more rural Texas is stable in terms of its urban vs. rural population The Census Bureau does not track this information Texas is becoming more urban
Texas is becoming more urban
All are part of the Photo ID law EXCEPT Texas Drivers license unexpired or expired less than 60 days Texas issued social Security card unexpired or expired less than 60 days US Military ID w/photo; unexpired or expired less than 60 days US Passport or travel card; unexpired or expired less than 60 days Texas concealed Handgun License; unexpired or expired less than 60 days
Texas issued social Security card unexpired or expired less than 60 days
Which case was filed regarding the 4th Amendment and illegal search and seizure that established the "in plain view Doctrine"? Texas v Johnson Texas v Brown Hernandez v Texas. Penry v Johnson McCreary County v ACLU
Texas v Brown
Considering the idea of checks and balances, which of the following would be the last to happen The Legislature passes legislation which would require all public schools must teach a healthy lifestyle class The Governor issues and executive order respecting the implementation of the new law The legislatures seeks to delay a law they find "too controversial." The Court declares a law unconstitutional The Texas Education Agency creates a program called "Eating for Life"
The Court declares a law unconstitutional
In Texas, criminal appeals involving the death penalty are heard by The Court of Appeals Superior courts District appeals courts The Court of Criminal Appeals District courts
The Court of Criminal Appeals
Which group was the primary supporter of the White primaries in Texas and the South? The Republican Party The Democratic Party The Grange Party African American organizations The KKK
The Democratic Party
Which of the following statements about political parties in the U.S. is TRUE: The constitution established two major parties Political parties have always been strongly centralized Political parties have never played a very large role in elections The Founding Fathers did not want political parties The Founding Fathers established states to decide this issue
The Founding Fathers did not want political parties
The National Voter Registration Act is more commonly called The Vehicles and Votes Act The Rapid Registration Act The CARS ACT The Motor Voter Act The Central Registration Act
The Motor Voter Act
In a council-manager government, who is responsible for preparing the budget? The city manager The city council The mayor The city clerk The Tax Assessor Collector
The city manager
The Court case Van Orden v. Perry dealt with the issue of The right of contraception and abortion The right of due process and equal rights under the law The right to post the Ten Commandments The right of gun ownership on public grounds The right of marriage for same-sex couples
The right to post the Ten Commandments
Why does the U.S. have a dual court system? The existence of both Spanish law and English law from the colonial era The federal system of government Article I of the U.S. Constitution The legal principle of stare decisis The Supreme Court made a ruling
The federal system of government
On what day do Texans vote for who will represent them in the United States Congress? The first Tuesday in November of all even-numbered years The first Tuesday after the first Monday in November of all even-numbered years The first Tuesday in March of all odd-numbered years The first Tuesday after the first Monday in November of all odd-numbered years The first Tuesday after the first Monday in March of even-numbered years
The first Tuesday after the first Monday in November of all even-numbered years
Extra Territorial Jurisdiction is A court decision regarding lawsuits between municipalities The legal ability to conduct elections beyond its normal boundaries The governor requesting a hearing on a legal matter A formal document similar to stare' decisis The legal ability of a government to exercise authority beyond its normal boundaries
The legal ability of a government to exercise authority beyond its normal boundaries
Ballot eligibility requirements are set by The parties Federal law The states Tradition Moralistic culture
The states
Which of the following is NOT among the characteristics shared by all state constitutions? Checks and balances The requirement that citizens approve any changes A fear of strong executive authority Popular sovereignty Separation of powers
The requirement that citizens approve any changes
Which of the following is NOT among the characteristics shared by all state constitutions? The requirement that citizens approve any changes A fear of strong executive authority Popular sovereignty Checks and balances Separation of powers
The requirement that citizens approve any changes
Today, what industry dominates the Texas economy, employing about 76 percent of the private sector workforce? Oil and petrochemical processing Manufacturing and the high tech industry Agriculture and cattle Pharmaceutical industry The service industry
The service industry
Constitutional reform in Texas is unlikely because: Having constitutional amendments on the ballot drives up voter turnout Most citizens are suspicious of the lobby groups who are pushing for reform There is no support for reform among strong political forces Amendments pass so rarely that change is not needed Texas legislature must make all changes
There is no support for reform among strong political forces
What is the purpose of a bond election? To ask voter approval for the government to borrow money To allow the governor to enact special legislation To remove a public official from office before the end of the official's term To enact a law proposed by voter approval To choose candidates for local office
To ask voter approval for the government to borrow money
One of the primary political goals for Reconstruction was To restore the infrastructure of the South devastated by the war To allow Northern states to be readmitted to the Union To undermine the economy in the Southern states To restore law and order to a society recovering from war To reintroduce slavery, in a limited way, in several Southern states
To restore law and order to a society recovering from war
What were the issues regarding the court case Fisher v. University of Texas (2013)? Entry into the Engineering school Cost of tuition Guns on campus Top 10 percent enrollment standards The right of Association for campus organizations
Top 10 percent enrollment standards
Texas has all of the following types of local government EXCEPT: Counties Cities Townships School districts Committee
Townships
Which political subculture was a natural extension of the practice of slavery? Traditionalistic Individualistic Moralistic Elitist Neoconservative
Traditionalistic
The state of Texas's history of restricting access to voting is very much in keeping with its Individualistic political culture Moralistic political culture States rights political culture Intrinsic political culture Traditionalistic political culture
Traditionalistic political culture
Which of the following cases dealt with symbolic speech? White v Texas Jurek v Texas Texas v Brown US v. Johnson Hernandez v Texas
US v. Johnson
Why are state constitutions amended more frequently than the U.S. Constitution? The U.S. Constitution has built-in limits States are represented by special interest that make many changes Voter initiatives have a higher rate of approval than those amendments proposed by state legislatures Laws require states to make changes The legislature can approve state constitutional amendments
Voter initiatives have a higher rate of approval than those amendments proposed by state legislatures
This official is in charge of the oil and gas industry. Glen Hegar Rolando Pablos Ken Paxton George P Bush Wayne Christian
Wayne Christian
In 2014, the losing Democratic nominee for governor of Texas was Lupe Valdez Wendy Davis Joaquin Castro Julian Castro Greg Abbott
Wendy Davis
Smith v. Allwright dealt with which of the following? Poll taxes Grandfather Clauses Abolition Movement Suffrage movement White primaries
White primaries