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kfurse

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Compared to the population of the state, which of the following groups is overrepresented in the Texas legislature?
 
  a) white males
  b) women
  c) African Americans
  d) Latinos
  e) Asians

Question 2

Who calls special legislative sessions in Texas?
 
  a) The legislature calls itself into special session by majority vote.
  b) Either the speaker, lieutenant governor, or the governor may call a special session.
  c) Either the speaker and lieutenant governor together, or the governor individually may call a special session.
  d) The U.S. Congress can call state legislatures into special sessions.
  e) Only the governor can call a special session.



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: A

Answer to Question 2

Answer: E



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