Govt 2306 Exam 1 Review

A comprehensive review of key concepts and terms for the upcoming Govt 2306 exam.

Federalism

A system of government where power is divided between a central government and regional governments.

Republic Party

The political party that dominates politics over rural Texas.

Democratic Party

The political party that exerts control in urban areas of Texas.

Cotton, cattle, oil, and technology

The primary cash crops of Texas.

Anglo population

The demographic group in Texas that is currently declining.

Hispanic population

The demographic group in Texas that is currently increasing.

Battle of San Jacinto

The decisive victory for the Texas Army in April 1836.

Republic of Texas Constitution (1836)

The first Constitution adopted after Texas declared independence from Mexico.

Annexation

The process by which Texas became a state in 1845.

Texas Constitution (1876)

The current constitution of Texas, adopted after joining the Confederacy.

Plural executive

A system where executive power is divided among several elected officials in Texas.

Speaker of the House

The leader of the Texas House of Representatives.

Lt. Governor

The leader of the Texas Senate.

Bill process

The procedure by which a bill becomes law in Texas, involving both the House and the Senate.

Special session

A meeting called by the governor outside the regular legislative session.

Veto

The power of the governor to reject a bill passed by the legislature.

Three branches of government

The division of government into executive, legislative, and judicial branches.

Amendments to the Texas Constitution

Changes that can be proposed and voted on every two years.

Majority vote

The requirement for passing bills in the Texas legislature.

Texan's voting behavior

The tendency of Anglos and Hispanics to vote differently in Texas elections.

Constitution of Coahuila y Texas (1827)

The first constitution governing the region now known as Texas.