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What eventual Texas governor is credited with establishing the power of the office of lieutenant governor?
- Dolph Briscoe
- Rick Perry
- Ann Richards
- Allan Shivers

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Explore the dynamic political landscape of Texas through the 'Ultimate Quiz On Texas - 3'. This quiz assesses knowledge on Texas governors like Allan Shivers and Dolph Briscoe, their political influences, and historical governance. It's perfect for learners interested in U. S. State politics and history.

2.

Prior to Rick Perry, what Texas governor previously held the record for longest continuous service?
- Allan Shivers
- Mark White
- George W. Bush
- Ann Richards
Correct Answer

A. Allan Shivers
3.

What governor encouraged Texas to support Eisenhower in the presidential election of 1952?
- Beauford H. Jester
- Allan Shivers
- Coke R. Stevenson
- Price Daniel
Correct Answer

A. Allan Shivers
4.

What future governor owned one of the largest and most diverse ranches in Texas?
- George W. Bush
- Dolph Briscoe
- Ann Richards
- Rick Perry
Correct Answer

A. Dolph Briscoe
5.

How many terms did Allan Shivers serve as Texas governor?
- 3
- 1
- 4
- 2
Correct Answer

A. 3
6.

What political party ran 29-year-old Ramsey Mu±iz in the 1972 Texas governor's race?
- Republican
- Libertarian
- Raza Unida
- Democrat
Correct Answer

A. Raza Unida
7.

What political party ran 29-year-old Ramsey Muniz in the 1972 Texas governor's race?
- Raza Unida
- Republican
- Libertarian
- Democrat
Correct Answer

A. Raza Unida
8.

Who was elected governor of Texas in the same year that Texans voted 2 to 1 for Nixon over McGovern?
- Dolph Briscoe
- Preston Smith
- Paul Eggers
- John Connally
Correct Answer

A. Dolph Briscoe
9.

What is the distance across Texas east to west?
- 330 Miles
- 1920 Miles
- 203 Miles
- 773 Miles
Correct Answer

A. 773 Miles
10.

What was the name of the 1830 settlement that would eventually be called Austin?
- Texas City
- River City
- Waterloo
- New Town
Correct Answer

A. Waterloo
11.

Hippie Hollow Park, a county park situated along Lake Travis, has what special distinction?
- It never closes
- It allows dogs off the leash
- It's home to a cat museum
- It's "clothing optional"
Correct Answer

A. It's "clothing optional"
12.

When was the first South by Southwest Music Conference and Festival held in Austin?
- 1969
- 1980
- 2001
- 1987
Correct Answer

A. 1987
13.

In what month is the annual SXSW Festival in Austin?
- May
- September
- March
- December
Correct Answer

A. March
14.

What blues guitarist, singer-songwriter was a fixture on the Austin music scene until his death in 1990?
- Elvis Presley
- Stevie Ray Vaughan
- Johnny Cash
- Duane Allman
Correct Answer

A. Stevie Ray Vaughan
15.

What structure, located on 23rd Street at Guadalupe, lights up in burnt orange when there's a UT victory?
- University of Texas Tower
- Frost Bank Tower
- Governor's Mansion
- Texas State Capitol
Correct Answer

A. University of Texas Tower

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Ultimate Quiz On Texas - 3

What eventual Texas governor is credited with establishing the power of the office of lieutenant governor?

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Prior to Rick Perry, what Texas governor previously held the record for longest continuous service?

What governor encouraged Texas to support Eisenhower in the presidential election of 1952?

What future governor owned one of the largest and most diverse ranches in Texas?

How many terms did Allan Shivers serve as Texas governor?

What political party ran 29-year-old Ramsey Mu±iz in the 1972 Texas governor's race?

What political party ran 29-year-old Ramsey Muniz in the 1972 Texas governor's race?

Who was elected governor of Texas in the same year that Texans voted 2 to 1 for Nixon over McGovern?

What is the distance across Texas east to west?

What was the name of the 1830 settlement that would eventually be called Austin?

Hippie Hollow Park, a county park situated along Lake Travis, has what special distinction?

When was the first South by Southwest Music Conference and Festival held in Austin?

In what month is the annual SXSW Festival in Austin?

What blues guitarist, singer-songwriter was a fixture on the Austin music scene until his death in 1990?

What structure, located on 23rd Street at Guadalupe, lights up in burnt orange when there's a UT victory?