After the Texas Legislature passes a bill, one statewide official may sign it or veto it. Which office has that power?

The Texas Legislature is divided into two chambers. What are those two chambers called?

A lawsuit over a contract reaches the highest civil court in Texas. Which court hears final civil appeals?

A murder conviction from a Texas trial court is appealed as far as it can go in the state. Which court has the final say?

Which branch of Texas state government writes and passes new state laws?

Which branch of Texas state government carries out state laws through officials such as the governor?

In the Texas Senate, which statewide official presides over debate and helps control the flow of bills?

Which Texas official is the state’s chief legal officer and represents the state in many lawsuits?

Residents want a local ordinance changed for parks inside their city. Which body would handle that issue?

A county needs to approve its budget and maintain county roads. Which local body has that responsibility?

Parents want to speak at a public meeting about their ISD's dress code and yearly budget. Which elected local body should they address?

The SBOE votes on the TEKS, the curriculum standards for Texas public schools. What level of government is this board part of?

Zoning rules, trash pickup, and a police department for the people of Houston are usually run by which government?

A sheriff runs a jail and patrols areas outside city limits. Which level of government does a Texas sheriff serve?

The Lone Star flag, the bluebonnet, and Juneteenth are shared symbols and celebrations in Texas. What do they help express?

Juneteenth commemorates June 19, 1865, when enslaved people in Texas were told slavery had ended. What type of public tradition is it?

The bluebonnet is officially recognized by Texas as a state symbol. What kind of symbol is it?

What is the main civic purpose of the Texas Constitution?

San Jacinto Day marks the 1836 battle that helped Texas win independence from Mexico. What part of civic culture does this show?

In Texas public schools, students say a pledge to the Texas flag after the U.S. Pledge of Allegiance each school day.