Texas History Trivia Quiz! MCQ

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

Senator John Cornyn graduated high school in Japan in 1969.

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.

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.