1. List and explain the conditions of democracy.
2. Which system works best for Texasâa majoritarian democracy or a pluralist democracy? Explain why you think it works best.
3. Explain the purpose & limitations of the Texas Constitution.
4. Describe the history behind the first three Texas constitutions.
5. Explain the history behind the sixth change and the final Texas constitution change.
6. Describe the difference between rural Texas and urban Texas. Would a visitor be surprised?
7. List and explain the two types of cities that exist in Texas.
8. What type of city government is in Dallas? Explain your answer.
9. Explain the role of the city manager.
10. What is the ethnic and racial distribution of Texasâs population? Which group has seen the most dramatic growth? What are the potential longterm political consequences?
11. On average, where would you place Texans on the political culture spectrum? Why?
12. In the region of South Texas name and explain the challenges that are faced.
13. Explain why Texas is so unique.
14. What are the requirements to vote? Explain the path to voting rights for African American males. Explain the path to voting rights for Hispanic males. What impact do women have on the political process?