Comparative State Governments

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Comparative State Governments explores the structures, functions, and political

processes of state governments within a federal system, with an emphasis on the United

States. The course examines variations in state constitutions, legislative practices,

executive leadership, judicial systems, and public policy across different states. Students

analyze how demographic, economic, cultural, and historical factors influence policy

outcomes and political behavior at the state level. By comparing states, the course

provides insights into innovation, policy diffusion, and the role of states as laboratories of

democracy within the broader context of American government.

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Practicing Texas Politics 15th Edition by Lyle Brown

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 Chapter 1: The Environment of Texas Politics
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Q1) In 2011, land-based industries in Texas experienced record financial losses as a result
of
A) increased taxes.
B) a drought.
C) immigration.
D) fraud.
Answer: B

Q2) Complete the following sentence regarding Maquiladoras. They

A) were eliminated by NAFTA.
B) take advantage of low-wage Texas and high-wage Mexican labor.
C) are confined largely to food-processing industries.
D) enabled U.S. goods to be made with cheaper labor.
Answer: D

Q3) Which of the following is true regarding the Interior Lowlands region of Texas?
A) It is the greenest region of the state.
B) It is home to the state's chief petrochemical industries.
C) It includes Dallas and Fort Worth.
D) It is mostly known for its large-scale cotton and grain production.
Answer: C

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 Chapter 2: Federalism and the Texas Constitution
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Q1) Most constitutional amendments adopted in Texas
A) were struck down by the voters.
B) were surrounded by controversy and national attention.
C) were necessary because of the detailed nature of the state's constitution.
D) were not needed in order for the legislature to deal with the specific issues.
Answer: C

Q2) Annexation of Texas into the United States was authorized by Congress in
A) 1836.
B) 1845.
C) 1861.
D) 1870.
Answer: B

Q3) The 1974 Constitutional Convention was hampered chiefly by

A) the absence of strong political leadership.
B) widespread public apathy.
C) an uncertain mission.
D) lack of sufficient funds.
Answer: A

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 Chapter 3: Local Governments
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Q1) The minimum population requirement in Texas for becoming a city is
A) 100.
B) 201.
C) 5,000.
D) 10,001.
Answer: B

Q2) Which of the following statements regarding Texas counties is true?

A) The governmental structure varies by county.
B) Each county must have about an equal population.
C) Counties are similar in geographic size.
D) Commissioners of counties are elected by voters residing in a commissioner precinct.
Answer: D

Q3) In Texas home-rule cities, which form of municipal structure prevails?

A) The strong mayor-council form
B) The weak mayor-council form
C) The council-manager form
D) The commission form
Answer: C

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 Chapter 4: Political Parties
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Q1) Liberals would most likely support which of the following policies?
A) Restricting the ability of a woman to obtain an abortion on demand
B) Prohibiting homosexuals from holding public employment
C) Equal pay for equal work laws regarding women
D) Reducing the progressivism of the national income tax

Q2) Which statement best describes the Green Party?

A) It is a twenty-first century throwback to the Greenbacks of the nineteenth century.
B) It advocates returning to the gold standard as a backing for American currency.
C) It advocates environmental protection and government reform policies.
D) It advocates reduced governmental regulation of corporations and political
campaigns.

Q3) In __________, for the first time since the primary system was established in
Texas, Republican primaries were conducted in all 254 Texas counties.
A) 1978
B) 1986
C) 1996
D) 2002

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 Chapter 5: Campaigns and Elections
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Q1) Voting precincts in the 254 Texas counties are drawn by
A) city councils.
B) election judges.
C) the Secretary of State.
D) the county commissioners courts.

Q2) A vacancy in which of the following offices is not filled by a special election?
A) United States senator from Texas
B) Member of the U.S. House of Representatives
C) Texas governor or lieutenant governor
D) Member of the Texas House of Representatives

Q3) Which of the following does not describe Texas campaign finance regulations for
state offices?
A) There are no dollar limits on contributions.
B) There are no disclosure requirements by candidates.
C) Some contributions must be made through PACs.
D) The Texas Ethics Commission is responsible for enforcing state laws.

Q4) Describe the provisions in the Texas Election Code relating to the conducting,
financing, and scheduling for primary, general, and special elections.

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 Chapter 6: The Politics of Interest Groups
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Q1) Texas law prohibits a speaker candidate from giving money to
A) fellow House members.
B) the Texas Environmental Fund.
C) the Texas Brewers Institute.
D) the Christian Life Commission.

Q2) An organization that works with government officials for the purpose of influencing
public policy is referred to as a(n)
A) political party.
B) interest group.
C) legislature.
D) social brigade.

Q3) The primary objective of an interest group is to promote

A) the political party with which it is identified.
B) benefits that better the society as a whole.
C) the particular interests of its own members.
D) programs that will increase its membership.

Q4) Describe the interest group practice of "electioneering." Explain the role and
influence of Political Action Committees (PACs) in this process.

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 Chapter 7: The Legislature
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Q1) Which of the following statements characterizes the membership of the Texas
legislature?
A) Anglo men dominate the Texas legislature.
B) Hispanic men dominate the Texas House.
C) African Americans dominate the Texas Senate.
D) Anglo women dominate both the House and Senate.

Q2) A bill making exception to general law for a named individual is known as a
A) concurrent resolution.
B) special bill.
C) general bill.
D) local bill.

Q3) Educationally, most members of the Texas legislature have

A) attended institutions of higher learning.
B) only completed high school.
C) received post-graduate degrees.
D) attended private, not public school.

Q4) Compare the structure, membership, and sessions of the Texas legislature with
those of other large states, or those of states bordering Texas. What similarities or
differences stand out as significant?

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 Chapter 8: The Executive
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Q1) The first Republican governor of Texas since Reconstruction was
A) Rick Perry.
B) George W. Bush.
C) Ann Richards.
D) William Clements.

Q2) Discuss the concept of a weak governor versus a strong governor. How would the
Texas executive system be reformed to strengthen the power of the governor?

Q3) Which of the following officials primarily serves legislative functions?

A) Lieutenant Governor
B) Attorney General
C) Secretary of State
D) Comptroller of Public Accounts

Q4) The governor of Texas, in his role as "commander-in-chief" may use forces of the
Texas National Guard and State Guard to do all the following, except
A) provide for martial law.
B) deploy military forces overseas.
C) help with federal border security.
D) assist in state disaster relief operations.

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 Chapter 9: Public Policy and Administration
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Q1) Texas's 2010 poverty rate was the __________ highest in the nation at 17.9 percent.
A) fourth
B) ninth
C) seventh
D) third

Q2) Three factors that are important in determining a state agency's success in
achieving its policy goals are
A) elite access, vigor and vision of their leadership, and resources.
B) vigor and vision of the leadership, elite access, and the governor's support.
C) money, political power, and who you know.
D) elitist power, mission of the agency, and the speaker's support.

Q3) Which of the following is true regarding the Texas State Board of Education?
A) It is composed of thirty-one members appointed by the governor.
B) It sets policy for independent school districts under legislative guidelines.
C) It approves the hiring of superintendents of schools in the independent school
districts.
D) It consists of one member from each independent school district in Texas.

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 Chapter 10: Laws, Courts, and Justice
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Q1) Explain capital felony law in Texas. Include in your discussion a definition of capital
felony, what the jury must consider, and its sentencing options.

Q2) How does the state punish persons it has convicted of criminal offenses? Discuss the
developments in this matter since 1980. Can crime be reduced? If so, how? If not, what
should the state's policy be regarding the continued increase in the prison population?

Q3) The term plaintiff refers to the person who

A) files criminal charges.
B) is a witness in a civil suit.
C) initiates a civil suit.
D) specializes in tort cases.

Q4) a lawyer's compensation based on a percentage of a winning lawsuit is known as a

A) retainer.
B) contingency fee.
C) rebate.
D) kick-back.

Q5) The 1990s and early 2000s have seen much heated debate on tort reform. What is a
tort? What reforms were made by the 74th Legislature in 1995 and considered by the
78th in 2003, and what has been the result?

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 Chapter 11: Finance and Fiscal Policy
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Q1) In response to pressure from small businesses the state legislature recently
A) reduced the franchise tax for many businesses.
B) increased the taxes on tobacco products.
C) instituted a state income tax.
D) abolished the general sales tax.

Q2) Texas is said to have a regressive system of taxation. Explain the difference between
progressive and regressive revenues. Give an example of each and explain their impact
on different segments of society.

Q3) The State Auditor is appointed by and serves at the will of the
A) Texas Governor.
B) Secretary of State.
C) Legislative Budget Board.
D) Legislative Audit Committee.

Q4) Texas may accrue a small amount of state debt when it

A) relies on federal funding.
B) instituted a state-wide lottery system.
C) passes a supplemental budget.
D) issues general-obligation or revenue bonds.

Q5) What is the purpose of the Economic Stabilization Fund in Texas? Describe how it
was created and is utilized.
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