UTA POLS 2312 Final Exam with correct
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The dallas fort worth metroplex - Correct Answer has seen decades of strong economic growth as major
corporations move their headquarters there.
which of the following is true regarding education in Texas? - Correct Answer Texas ranks among the
bottom 10 states in chances for student success.
In Texas, urban voters tend to support the _______ Party, while suburban voters tend to support the
_______ Party - Correct Answer Democratic; Republican
Approximately what proportion of Texans speak a language other than English at home? - Correct
Answer one third
The Native American population in Texas declined in the centuries following European colonization for
all the following reasons except - Correct Answer the onset of severe and long-lasting drought
Based on current trends, some demographers project that by 2040, Texas Latinos will make up
approximately __________ of the state's population. - Correct Answer 58 percent
"A public institution with authority to formulate, adopt, implement, and enforce public policies for a
society" defines - Correct Answer government
of the 50 states, Texas ranks __________ in land area. - Correct Answer second
Which of the following is a multibillion-dollar industry that produces products, such as medicines and
vaccines, to benefit medical science? - Correct Answer biotechnology
According to Professor Daniel Elazar, the political culture of Texas is strongly __________, in that those
in positions of power have tended to believe that government should maintain a stable society but
intervene as little as possible in the lives of people. - Correct Answer individualism
,How does Texas's large geographical size affect politics in the state? - Correct Answer Texas's large
geographical size affects politics heavily. With a great amount of land and resource, Texas is able to
house some of the biggest companies in the United States. Housing these companies makes Texas lean
towards the Republican party, since they are generally business friendly and opt for less government
regulation. The size and resource abundance that Texas has makes it a hot-spot for a certain political
stance, one that continues to benefit the big businesses that make use of Texas's large geographical size.
The Gulf Coast region is home to ___________, the state's largest city. - Correct Answer Houston
Texas faces water challenges due to all of the following factors EXCEPT - Correct Answer decreased
urbanization.
The Radical Republicans of the ___________ era sought to use government to end a white supremacist
political system and achieve racial equality. - Correct Answer post-Civil War
the process of policymaking that involves conflict and cooperation between political parties and other
groups that seek to elect government officials or to influence those officials when they make public
policy is referred to as - Correct Answer politics.
The Asian American population of Texas is - Correct Answer concentrated in urban areas of the state.
Texas has the __________ largest number of African Americans in the nation after New York. - Correct
Answer second
The adoption of "right to work" laws in Texas demonstrates that the state government maintains a
climate friendly to - Correct Answer business owners
laws that segregated African Americans and denied them access to public services were known as -
Correct Answer jim crow laws
the "values, attitudes, traditions, habits, and general behavioral patterns that develop over time and
shape the politics and public policy of a particular region," are collectively referred to as - Correct
Answer political culture
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Analyze how political culture has shaped Texas's politics, government, and public policy. - Correct
Answer The political culture of Texas is dominated by the individualistic and traditionalistic subcultures.
The individualistic culture is rooted in the search for individual opportunity of the state's early settlers
and is reflected in its constitutionally weak government and low spending on public programs. The
traditionalistic culture grew out of the Old South, where policies were designed to preserve the social
order of a landed aristocracy, and the poor and minorities were often disenfranchised (not allowed to
vote). With an increasingly diverse population, some areas in Texas may be shifting toward an increase
in the moralistic subculture, which favors government intervention to improve society.
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Describe the relationship between the social history of Texas and the political characteristics of the
state's diverse population. - Correct Answer Texas has a population of almost 29 million. Over 80
percent of all Texans live in the state's most highly urbanized counties. Texas's past was riddled with
intergroup conflict, but the state has increasingly moved toward integration and cooperation. The three
largest groups today are Anglos, Latinos (the fastest-growing group by number), and African Americans.
Texas has a small but growing population of Asian Americans and approximately 287,000 Native
Americans.
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Discuss the political implications of Texas's size in both geography and population, along with the
geographic distribution of its residents. - Correct Answer With more than 267,000 square miles of
territory and almost 29 million people, Texas ranks second in both size and population among the 50
states. Infrastructure is therefore a major government issue. The cost of political campaigns in such a
geographically large state and the necessary fundraising are major political issues. Rapid population
growth presents a variety of opportunities and challenges for the political system. Each of the six major
regions in Texas is different in its economic and political climate.
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Describe the industries that formed the historic basis for the Texas economy, the diversification of the
modern Texas economy, and the implications for Texas politics. - Correct Answer The Texas economy
historically relied on cattle, cotton, timber, and oil and gas. Although each is still important, the Texas
economy is now very diverse and includes many businesses that work in renewable energy sources, high
technology, the service sector, a variety of forms of agriculture, and international trade. Service jobs
make up the bulk of the increase in employment, but most such jobs pay little and offer few benefits.
Diversification has decreased the political dominance of the four historical industries and helped
stabilize the Texas economy.
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Identify five major policy challenges Texas faces in the 21st century. - Correct Answer Challenges that
face Texas include the need to respond to international immigration, manage the state's water supply,
protect the environment, develop more effective educational programs, and deal with poverty and
social problems. Each of these areas affects the lives of real people. Addressing these issues will cost
taxpayers money. The future of Texas depends on Texans' abilities to resolve problems and capitalize on
human resources.
Conclusion - Correct Answer With changing demographic, economic, social, and environmental
conditions in the Lone Star State, Texas policymakers face several challenges. The diversity of the state
both demographically and geographically presents myriad opportunities and problems. Because of its
business-friendly policies, the state has been successful in attracting new industries. Recent downturns
in the oil and gas industry, in particular, have weakened the state's economy. Even when the Lone Star
State's economy flourishes, however, many Texans live in poverty. Both ordinary citizens and public
officials must realize that their ability to cope with public problems now and in the years ahead depends
largely on how well homes and schools prepare young Texans to meet the crises and demands of an
ever-changing state, nation, and world.
LEARNING CHECK Q
True or False: Governments formulate public policy to address a public need or goal. - Correct Answer
True. Public policy aims to address a public need by allocating resources or meet a public goal by
encouraging, discouraging, or modifying behavior.
LEARNING CHECK Q
Which two types of political culture have traditionally been dominant in Texas? - Correct Answer Texas
has historically been dominated by the individualistic culture and the traditionalistic culture.
LEARNING CHECK Q
How has the size and political power of Texas's Latino population changed in recent decades? - Correct
Answer ANSWER ↓
The Latino population is the fastest growing in the state in terms of size. This has led to increasing
political influence for Texas Latinos at the local, state, and national level.
LEARNING CHECK Q
How has religious identification in Texas changed in recent years? - Correct Answer ANSWER ↓
