Question 1

For decades, voter turnout in Texas has been below the national average by about how many percentage points?

Accepted Answer

A)   two to four
B)   six to eight
C)   ten to twelve
D)   about fifteen B

Question 2

Who was the 2002 Democratic candidate that poured $70 million of his own money into a losing race for Governor?

Accepted Answer

A)   Bill Ratliff
B)   Bill White
C)   Tony Sanchez
D)   Tom Craddick C

Question 3

The Voting Rights Act requirement that states with a history of discrimination must secure Department of Justice approval before putting election law changes in place is called

Accepted Answer

A)   green light
B)   approval
C)   preclearance
D)   prior restraint C

Question 4

In a major statewide race, about what proportion of campaign money goes to buy television time?

Accepted Answer

A)   one-quarter
B)   one-third
C)   one-half
D)   two-thirds

Question 5

Which of the following socio-demographic groups in Texas has the lowest voter turnout rates?

Accepted Answer

A)   Anglos
B)   Asians
C)   Blacks
D)   Hispanics

Question 6

The Terrell Election Law of 1903 instituted what kind of primary election system?

Accepted Answer

A)   closed
B)   open
C)   white
D)   two-stage

Exam 2: Political Participation in Texas: Voters, Campaigns, and Elections