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Unit 10 The Age of Oil
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1 World War I begins; 2 Women's Suffrage Amendment; 3 Galveston Hurricane;4 End of Prohibition
2,4,1,3
3,1,2,4
3,2,1,4
1,3,4,2
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How did urbanization affect the types of jobs and occupations available in Texas?
it led to fewer jobs in the oil fields.
it led to a growth of service industry jobs.
it led to more farmers, and increased demand for agriculture
led to an increse of cowboys to drive cattle to TX citie
3
1st native-born elected governor, supported by farmers, ranchers, and small business, for law
James Hogg
Jay McCallum
Dan Moody
Howard Hughes, Sr.
4
Which industry was most affected by the contributions of Howard Hughes, Sr.?
petroleum
communication
agriculture
transportation
5
Which conclusion is best supported by the information on the timeline?
mass production of autos helped develop MElrose Oil well
first oil well drilled in TX was in Corsicana
oil well drilled in Corsicana didn't required a rotary drill
invention of the roatry drill bit came before drilling in TX
6
Which goal was the original mission of the League of United Latin American Citizens?
argue for new laws that improve factory conditions
improve relations with nations of Central and South America
campaign for the elimination of immigrant quotas
support the rights of Spanish-speaking people
7
Which statement would be a viewpoint of an oil company in 1925?
We've made a strike, but can't market. We'll fail.
Our fields sit on top of dense limeston, it'll take too long
all are true
huge demand for oil to power the new autos. We will be rich!
8
What was the purpose of the 1903 construction project in Galveston?
to connect the island to the mainland
to create a cheaper supply of power
to provide new recreational facilities
to protect from flooding by hurricanes
9
Texas Farmers' Union, Farmer's Alliance, ___
Cultural Reform
Grange
Red Cross
Transportation
10
Based on Regions of Texas, which two regions are the location of major city centers of Texas?
Mountains and Basins
Far East and Southeast
Central and Southeast
High Plains and Llano Estacado
11
How did the initial growth of the oil industry during this era impact Texas state government?
Surveyor's Office was begun to locate oil deposits
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality was established.
Texas Energy Conservation Office was established
Texas Railroad Commission was started to regulate oil prices
12
Which speaker is expressing a view of Progressivism?
I will protext everyone's rights as guaranteed
I will work to pass laws that improve facotry conditions.
I will use my power to execute the existing laws of the US.
I will create jobs by encouraging less factory regulation
13
How did the Galveston Hurricane of 1900 alter the economic development of Texas?
Cotton growers were forced out of Texas to find distributors
The devastation caused a decade-long recession.
Major industries in Galvestin moved inland to Houston.
Oil production never recovered to pre-hurricane levels.
14
<p>In what part of Texas was Spindletop located?</p>
East Texas
North Texas
West Texas
South Texas
15
Which goal was the mission of the Texas Equal Suffrage Association?
reform of prision conditions
public warehouses for crop surplus
right to vote for women
a graduated income tax
16
Based on data, where the smallest percentage of growth take place in Texas between 1900-1930?
south
west
east
north
17
How did World War I change the lives of women in Texas?
Women served as pilots and tank drivers.
many women were allowed into state universities.
Women finally gained the right ot vote.
Many women entered the workforce.
18
All of the following are characteristics of Texas during the Age of Oil EXCEPT:
growth of urban areas
Texas Railroad Commission
temperance movement
cattle drives
19
How did the invention of this farm equipment in 1901 help start a "Boom and Bust"cycle in ag?
produce crops faster, supply too high, price fell
farming slower due to equipment; couldn't get crop to market
crops faster, prices went up
produce crops faster, no demand for food
20
Which industry contributed LEAST to the urbanization in Texas during the early 20th century?
manufacturing
transportation
oil and gas production
telecommunications
21
How did rapid industrial expansion change the distribution of population in Texas 20th Century?
The population of coastal cities rose and inland cities fell
many people moved out of the state for job opportunities.
The population of cities expanded rapidly.
Many people could travel easier across the state.
22
The growth of the oil industry led to all of the following EXCEPT:
over 500 new companies, like Texaco, being formed
the decline in automobile production
an improved standard of living for many Texans
increased employment opportunities
23
In Fort Worth, there is a road named Camp Bowie. What is the likely source of this name?
named after the first oil well to become a gusher in TX
named after a former military post from WWI
named after a famous hero of the Alamo
named after an old Indian fort from frontier days
24
What generalization can you make about Texas oil and natural gas deposits?
Most geographic areas of Texas have oil and gas deposits.
Most oil and natural gas comes from deposits near the coast.
West Texas is the primary area of oil and natural gas prod.
most oil and natural gas fields are just off the coast of TX
25
Which definition BEST describes a "Boom and Bust" cycle?
period of poor profits followed by large growth in industry
period of high unemployment followed by a growth period
period of growth leading to higher employment
period of great profit followed by a downward trend
26
Who were strong supporters of Populism in Texas during the 1890's?
rural citizens who had not benefitted from new industry
women who desired the right to vote
factory workers who had poor working conditions
urban dwellers who wanted better living conditions
27
Which innovation contributed LEAST to the expansion of the petro industry in Texas during 20th?
directional drilling
coal mining
rotary drill bits
ossshore drilling
