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Terms in this set (60)What important functions are performed by state constitutions? Correct Answer(s) Incorrect
Answer(s) The U.S. Constitution specifies how powers are allocated within state-level institutions. False Before voters participate in a constitutional amendment election, what step must happen first? The legislature votes to put the amendment on the ballot. The framers of the Texas Declaration of Independence were heavily influenced by the ideas of which of the following people? Correct Answer(s) Incorrect Answer(s) What is the term for a legislative assembly composed of two chambers? bicameral Which of the following is one of the most important themes of the Constitution of 1876? limited spending Match the each characteristic or provision to the constitution it belongs to: the Texas Constitution of 1845, the Texas Constitution of 1861, or the Texas Constitution of 1869. Constitution of 1845 Constitution of 1869 Constitution of 1861 The authors of the Texas Constitution were influenced by the U.S. governing documents and the writers of The Federalist Papers, such as James Madison. Select the passages of Madison's text from Federalist 51 that reflect how government is structured to protect people from government becoming too powerful. usurpations are guarded against by a division of the government into distinct and separate departments. divided between two distinct governments subdivided among distinct and separate departments Local governments in Texas, such as cities and counties, derive their authority from which sources? Correct Answer(s) Incorrect Answer(s) What is the most consequential way in which Presidential Reconstruction differed from Congressional Reconstruction? Presidential Reconstruction focused on returning the status quo of the past Which statement best explains the state constitution's guarantee of a republican form of government? People elect representatives to make decisions on their behalf. The data in the following table best support which of the following conclusions? Balancing the exercise of civil liberties against the protection of civil rights can lead to fractures in the public on how to proceed. What effect did the creation of decentralized boards and other districts outside the authority of the governor have on the Texas government? Correct Answer(s) Incorrect Answer(s) Drag the following provisions of the Texas Constitution of 1876, the U.S. Constitution, or both to their proper place on the Venn diagram. Texas
Constitution of 1876 Both U.S. Constitution Which of the following statements about similarities between the Texas Constitution and the U.S. Constitution are true? Correct
Answer(s) Incorrect Answer(s) Which of the following characteristics have been central in all of Texas's constitutions since Texas joined the United States? Central in All of Texas's Constitutions Not Central in All of Texas's Constitutions Which of the following is the most accurate characterization of the current Texas Constitution? a long and complex collection of specifically written policy Place the following events in the history of Texas in order from oldest to most recent. Texas's independence from Mexico Voter participation in statewide constitutional amendment elections is most likely to see big increases under what circumstances? Divisive social issues are on the ballot. Answer the question using your knowledge of the current Texas Constitution and the graphics below. Which statement best explains why certain states have the longest state constitutions? States with narrowly written and restrictive constitutions generally have the longest state constitutions. Because the framers believed that education was so important, they included Article 7 in the state constitution. Select the portion of text from Article 7 that best expresses what the framers thought was the most important element that would protect our system of government. A general diffusion of knowledge How do the Texas and U.S. constitutions compare on the issue of impeachment? It is easier to impeach an individual in Texas than in the national government. The authors of the Constitution of 1876 gave local schools control of education and allowed parents to choose whether or not to send their children to school. What goal did this accomplish? prevent the use of tax dollars for racially integrated schools Which of the following is true about the goals of Texas during its time as an independent republic? Texans wanted to join the United States. Which factors gave the Tea Party high rates of success in influencing the outcomes of recent amendment elections in Texas? Correct Answer(s) Incorrect Answer(s) What is the meaning of the term impeachment? A charge of wrongdoing The government of Texas is separated into many parts. In addition to having three branches of government, one branch—the executive—is divided into a plural executive with different constituencies. Which of the following has been a difficult outcome of this fractured structure? outsized influence of energized factions of the public and interest groups Why is voter participation in Texas constitutional amendment elections so low? Reason
Turnout Is Low Not a Reason Turnout Is Low Match the clause characteristic to the amendment in which it is found. Thirteenth
Amendment Fifteenth Amendment Fourteenth Amendment The civil liberties protections in the _________ have largely been incorporated to apply to states through the due process clause of the ___________. Bill of
Rights In 1824, settlers coming to Texas from the United States stopped being under the authority of the U.S. Constitution and instead were governed by the Mexican national constitution. Which aspects of the Mexican national constitution of 1824 differed from the U.S. Constitution? Which aspects were the same? Aspects That Were Different Aspects That Were Similar Texas has one of the lengthiest state constitutions. Which of the following is a reason that the state's constitution has been amended more than 500 times, even though it is nearly 100 years younger than the U.S. Constitution, which has only 27 amendments? It places specific restrictions on the government and political process. Which of the following accurately describes Texas's secession from the Union in 1861? Texans were divided about leaving the Union. Since 1983, Texans have voted to amend the state's constitution dozens of times. Turnout in these elections is always low, even when well-publicized amendments are on the ballot. For example, in 1991 and 2005, amendments were proposed to create the Texas lottery and ban same-sex marriages in the state, respectively—issues with significant public interest. The graph shows that while turnout in presidential elections since 1992 has hovered between 50 and 70 percent, turnout in constitutional amendment elections is rarely above 20 percent (and most often, less than 10 percent). Correct Answer(s) Incorrect Answer(s) Where does the political authority held by local governments, such as cities and counties, come from? the state government Study the following data on election turnout in Texas and determine which of the following statements are accurate. Correct Answer(s) Incorrect
Answer(s) Which of these have served as sources of frustration for states in their relationship with the federal government? Correct Answer(s) Incorrect
Answer(s) How do both the U.S. and Texas constitutions seek to prevent tyranny? Correct Answer(s) As one of only a handful of states without a form of an income tax, what is the only way that Texas could institute an income tax statewide? The legislature and voters would have to amend the constitution. How does the plural executive, as specified in Article 4 of the Texas Constitution, influence Texas government? Correct Answer(s) Incorrect
Answer(s) In January 2016, Governor Greg Abbott proposed a convention of states to consider a series of amendments to the U.S. Constitution, including one to "Restore the balance of power between the federal and state governments by limiting the former to the powers expressly delegated to it in the Constitution."This proposal counters the Supreme Court's interpretation of which part of the U.S. Constitution that led to an enormous net expansion of power? necessary and proper clause How many amendments does the current Texas Constitution have? More than 500 Identify which of the following characteristics are unique to the Texas Bill of Rights, and which apply to both the U.S. and Texas Bills of Rights. both U.S. and Texas Bills of Rights Texas Bill of Rights Which of the following concepts in the Texas Constitution of 1836 were adapted from Spanish-Mexican law? Correct Answer(s) Which statement accurately portrays the tax burden in Texas? Texans still contribute about a twelfth of their income to state taxes. What were some of the primary complaints by Texans about the Mexican government prior to declaring independence from Mexico? Correct Answer(s) Incorrect Answer(s) Which of the following is a reason why the Texas Constitution is so long and needs continuous updating? It was originally written very specifically, in order to limit government power. In what way is the process for amending the Texas Constitution different from the process for amending the U.S. Constitution? Voters must ratify proposed amendments to the Texas Constitution. Match each structural feature of Texas government to the correct major theme of the Constitution of 1876 that it exemplifies. economy in government limited power of government popular control of state government promotion of agrarian interests Which political characteristic of Texas government comes from Texas's experience as part of Spain and Mexico? community property Before the 2019 amendment was passed, the state constitution allowed the state to create a state income tax, but the only time state leaders ever brought it up was in regard to what issue? The state faced recurring budget issues and the need to fund public education. How do the lieutenant governor, who leads the Texas Senate, and the Speaker of the House, who leads the Texas House of Representatives, receive their positions of leadership? The lieutenant governor is elected statewide, and the Speaker of the House is chosen by members of the Texas House of Representatives. Like the U.S. Constitution that replaced the Articles of Confederation, each successive constitution that has governed Texas can be characterized by which of the following statements? Constitutions reflect historic experiences and attempts to fix flaws. Which guarantees are made by the Texas Constitution but not by the U.S. Constitution? Correct Answer(s) Incorrect Answer(s) What were some of the causes of Texas's efforts to break away from Mexico? Correct Answer(s) Incorrect Answer(s) Place the steps required to amend the Texas Constitution in the correct order. The amendment is proposed in a regular or special session of the state legislature.The amendment is approved by two-thirds of both chambers of the state legislature.The wording of the proposed amendment is published twice in recognized newspapers.The amendment is approved by a simple majority of voters statewide. Which of the following has the power to enact laws governing elections and voter registration? ... The _______ provides Congress with the power to accomplish its constitutional tasks, while the _______ specifies that national law trumps state law when the two conflict. necessary and proper clause What was the largest single influence on the Texas Constitution of 1876? 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Madison- that set the precedent that the Court would have the power to interpret the constitutionality of a law. 6 answers QUESTION It is very difficult for Congress to override a presidential veto, and, therefore, it does not happen very often. 2 answers QUESTION During the 2008 financial crisis, which government program bought failing loans and purchased stock in American automobile companies? 5 answers Which type of election has the highest voter turnout quizlet?What type of election years have the highest voter turnout? Presidential Election Years.
What are the key factors that affect voter turnout quizlet?Terms in this set (8). Education. -those with more education are more likely to vote. ... . Income. -wealthier voters are more likely to turnout at election time. ... . Age. -young voters are less likely to turnout than older voters (until 70) ... . Gender. ... . Religion. ... . race. ... . Occupation. ... . Voter identification laws.. Which of the following is a reason why voter turnout is usually low when Texans vote on proposed constitutional amendments quizlet?Why is voter participation in Texas constitutional amendment elections so low? There are no candidates on the ballot. The elections are held on off years from major general elections. Many amendments are insignificant to voters.
Why is voter turnout important quizlet?It promotes the stability of our democracy, it is an opportunity to vote one's preferences, and it is a measure of the accountability of elected representatives.
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