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1.

What US Congressman for the Texas 3rd District resigned in 1991 to become Mayor of Dallas?
- A.
  
  Mike Conaway
- B.
  
  Dick Armey
- C.
  
  George W. Bush
- D.
  
  Steve Bartlett
Correct Answer
D. Steve Bartlett

Explanation
Steve Bartlett is the correct answer because he resigned as US Congressman for the Texas 3rd District in 1991 to become the Mayor of Dallas.

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2.

What Congressman from Texas ran against Roosevelt in 1940, but lost the nomination?
- A.
  
  Jesse Martin Combs
- B.
  
  Wright Patman
- C.
  
  John Nance Garner
- D.
  
  Sam Rayburn
Correct Answer
C. John Nance Garner

Explanation
John Nance Garner ran against Roosevelt in 1940 but lost the nomination.

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3.

What former Congressman from Texas served two terms as VP under Roosevelt?
- A.
  
  Wright Patman
- B.
  
  Sam Rayburn
- C.
  
  Jesse Martin Combs
- D.
  
  John Nance Garner
Correct Answer
D. John Nance Garner

Explanation
John Nance Garner is the correct answer because he served as the Vice President of the United States for two terms under President Franklin D. Roosevelt. Garner was a former Congressman from Texas and he played a significant role in the New Deal legislation during his time as VP. He was known for his strong advocacy for the rights of the common people and his expertise in legislative matters.

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4.

What former Texas governor is honored with the world's largest free-standing statue of an American?
- A.
  
  George W. Bush
- B.
  
  Ann Richards
- C.
  
  Sam Houston
- D.
  
  Bill Clements
Correct Answer
C. Sam Houston

Explanation
Sam Houston is honored with the world's largest free-standing statue of an American. Sam Houston was a former Texas governor and a key figure in the history of Texas. He played a crucial role in the Texas Revolution and later served as the President of the Republic of Texas. The statue, located in Huntsville, Texas, stands at 67 feet tall and is a tribute to Houston's significant contributions to the state.

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5.

Where did U.S. Representative Sheila Jackson Lee take her JD in 1975?
- A.
  
  University of Virginia
- B.
  
  Ohio State University
- C.
  
  Georgetown University
- D.
  
  Texas A&M
Correct Answer
A. University of Virginia

Explanation
Sheila Jackson Lee took her JD in 1975 at the University of Virginia.

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6.

What decorated WWII veteran from Texas served in the U.S. Senate from 1957-1971?
- A.
  
  Ralph Yarborough
- B.
  
  Earle B. Mayfield
- C.
  
  Robert C. Krueger
- D.
  
  Price Daniel
Correct Answer
A. RalpH Yarborough

Explanation
Ralph Yarborough is the correct answer because he was a decorated WWII veteran from Texas who served in the U.S. Senate from 1957-1971.

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7.

Where did Senator John Cornyn graduate high school in 1969?
- A.
  
  Canada
- B.
  
  Germany
- C.
  
  Ohio
- D.
  
  Japan
Correct Answer
D. Japan

Explanation
Senator John Cornyn graduated high school in Japan in 1969.

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8.

What Congressman from Texas (1975-79) took a graduate degree in literature and a Ph.D. from Oxford University?
- A.
  
  Robert C. Krueger
- B.
  
  Albert Bustamante
- C.
  
  John Tower
- D.
  
  Earle B. Mayfield
Correct Answer
A. Robert C. Krueger

Explanation
Robert C. Krueger is the correct answer because he was a Congressman from Texas from 1975 to 1979 and also obtained a graduate degree in literature and a Ph.D. from Oxford University.

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9.

What Texan resigned from the U.S. Senate in order to serve as Governor from 1957-63?
- A.
  
  Lyndon Johnson
- B.
  
  Price Daniel
- C.
  
  John Connally
- D.
  
  John Tower
Correct Answer
B. Price Daniel

Explanation
Price Daniel is the correct answer because he resigned from the U.S. Senate in order to serve as Governor from 1957-63. Lyndon Johnson, John Connally, and John Tower did not resign from the U.S. Senate to serve as Governor during that time period.

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10.

What Texan served one term in the U.S. Congress (2003-2005) before withdrawing from politics to practice law full-time?
- A.
  
  Chris Bell
- B.
  
  Beau Boulter
- C.
  
  Ronald D. Coleman
- D.
  
  James Collins
Correct Answer
A. Chris Bell

Explanation
Chris Bell is the correct answer because he is the Texan who served one term in the U.S. Congress from 2003 to 2005 before deciding to withdraw from politics and focus on practicing law full-time.

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11.

Who were the first Texans to be elected to the U.S. Senate?
- A.
  
  Thomas Rusk & Sam Houston
- B.
  
  Roger Mills & Thomas Rusk
- C.
  
  Roger Mills & Sam Houston
- D.
  
  Earle Mayfield & Thomas Rusk
Correct Answer
A. Thomas Rusk & Sam Houston

Explanation
Thomas Rusk and Sam Houston were the first Texans to be elected to the U.S. Senate. They played significant roles in the history of Texas. Thomas Rusk was a prominent lawyer and military leader who served as the Secretary of War of the Republic of Texas before being elected to the U.S. Senate. Sam Houston, on the other hand, was a key figure in the Texas Revolution and served as the first and third President of the Republic of Texas. Both Rusk and Houston were instrumental in shaping the early years of Texas' statehood and their election to the U.S. Senate marked an important milestone in Texas' representation at the federal level.

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12.

What is the profession of Andy Barron, 2010 write-in candidate for governor?
- A.
  
  Restauranteur
- B.
  
  Physician
- C.
  
  Orthodontist
- D.
  
  Attorney
Correct Answer
C. Orthodontist

Explanation
Andy Barron is a 2010 write-in candidate for governor who is an orthodontist. This means that he is a dental specialist who focuses on correcting misaligned teeth and jaws. As an orthodontist, Barron would have the knowledge and skills to diagnose and treat issues related to teeth and jaw alignment, such as braces and other orthodontic appliances. This profession is unrelated to being a restaurateur, physician, or attorney.

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13.

What 2010 gubernatorial candidate is a former Deputy US Energy Secretary?
- A.
  
  Rick Perry
- B.
  
  Deb Shafto
- C.
  
  Bill White
- D.
  
  Andy Barron
Correct Answer
C. Bill White

Explanation
Bill White is the correct answer because he is the only candidate listed who has held the position of Deputy US Energy Secretary. This position is relevant to the question as it indicates his experience and background in the energy sector, which could be important for a gubernatorial candidate. Rick Perry, Deb Shafto, and Andy Barron do not have this background or experience.

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14.

What profession did Herb Gonzales Jr., 2010 Green Party candidate for Lt. Governor, list on his candidate filing?
- A.
  
  Chef
- B.
  
  Telephone customer service representative
- C.
  
  Veterinary technician
- D.
  
  Political activist
Correct Answer
B. TelepHone customer service representative

Explanation
Herb Gonzales Jr., the 2010 Green Party candidate for Lt. Governor, listed his profession as a telephone customer service representative on his candidate filing. This suggests that he has experience and expertise in the field of customer service, specifically in handling telephone inquiries and assisting customers with their needs. This profession may have provided him with skills such as effective communication, problem-solving, and the ability to handle different types of customers.

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15.

Whose political hopes for a Senate run were dashed by his efforts to get Texas Tech coach, Mike Leach, fired?
- A.
  
  Bill White
- B.
  
  Craig James
- C.
  
  Rick Noriega
- D.
  
  Tom Whitfield
Correct Answer
B. Craig James

Explanation
Craig James' political hopes for a Senate run were dashed by his efforts to get Texas Tech coach, Mike Leach, fired. This suggests that Craig James' actions in trying to get the coach fired had negative consequences for his political aspirations.

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Texas History Trivia Quiz! MCQ

What US Congressman for the Texas 3rd District resigned in 1991 to become Mayor of Dallas?

What Congressman from Texas ran against Roosevelt in 1940, but lost the nomination?

What former Congressman from Texas served two terms as VP under Roosevelt?

What former Texas governor is honored with the world's largest free-standing statue of an American?

Where did U.S. Representative Sheila Jackson Lee take her JD in 1975?

What decorated WWII veteran from Texas served in the U.S. Senate from 1957-1971?

Where did Senator John Cornyn graduate high school in 1969?

What Congressman from Texas (1975-79) took a graduate degree in literature and a Ph.D. from Oxford University?

What Texan resigned from the U.S. Senate in order to serve as Governor from 1957-63?

What Texan served one term in the U.S. Congress (2003-2005) before withdrawing from politics to practice law full-time?

Who were the first Texans to be elected to the U.S. Senate?

What is the profession of Andy Barron, 2010 write-in candidate for governor?

What 2010 gubernatorial candidate is a former Deputy US Energy Secretary?

What profession did Herb Gonzales Jr., 2010 Green Party candidate for Lt. Governor, list on his candidate filing?

Whose political hopes for a Senate run were dashed by his efforts to get Texas Tech coach, Mike Leach, fired?