#1
Which of the following is a major economic sector in Texas?
Agriculture
Manufacturing
Technology
Tourism
#2
Which city in Texas is known as the 'Energy Capital of the World'?
Houston
Austin
Dallas
San Antonio
#3
What is the role of the Texas Railroad Commission in the state's economy?
Overseeing transportation infrastructure
Regulating the oil and gas industry
Managing railway systems
Promoting tourism
#4
Which factor contributes significantly to the economic diversity of Texas?
Overreliance on a single industry
Geographic size and varied landscapes
Strict government regulations
Limited access to international markets
#5
What role does the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) play in the state?
Promoting industrial pollution
Regulating air and water quality
Encouraging deforestation
Managing agricultural subsidies
#6
What is the primary source of energy in Texas?
Coal
Natural Gas
Wind
Nuclear
#7
Which environmental challenge has Texas faced in recent years?
Wildfires
Earthquakes
Tornadoes
Floods
#8
What is the impact of the Permian Basin on the Texas economy?
Decreased employment rates
Increased oil production
Rise in agricultural output
Expansion of technology sector
#9
Which environmental policy initiative has Texas implemented to address air quality issues?
Clean Energy Standard
Cap and Trade
Texas Emission Reduction Plan
Carbon Tax
#10
Which environmental challenge is associated with the depletion of the Ogallala Aquifer in Texas?
Drought
Floods
Wildfires
Air pollution
#11
What is the 'Gulf Coast Dead Zone' in the context of environmental issues in Texas?
An area with high pollution levels in the Gulf of Mexico
A region with low agricultural productivity
A zone with severe hurricanes
A wildlife conservation area
#12
In terms of economic impact, which industry plays a significant role in Texas?
Oil and Gas
Textiles
Automobiles
Steel
#13
What is the significance of the Rio Grande in the context of Texas?
Major industrial hub
Primary source of drinking water
International border with Mexico
Renewable energy source
#14
Which economic factor has contributed to the growth of the tech industry in Texas?
Low cost of living
High taxes
Limited access to education
Strict environmental regulations
#15
What is the significance of the Coastal Barrier Resources Act in Texas?
Protects coastal ecosystems from development
Promotes offshore drilling
Encourages tourism in coastal areas
Imposes restrictions on agriculture