Prior to its independence, Texas was governed as A) a colony ...

[Ebrown]

Prior to its independence, Texas was governed as
 
  A) a colony of Spain.
  B) Protectorate of the King of England.
  C) a part of Mexico under the Mexican Constitution of 1824.
  D) a territory of the United States.
  E) an exclusive administrative territory for Native Americans.

Question 2

Which of the following best describes the Speaker's race?
 
  A) Each legislator votes on the candidate for Speaker who is nominated by that person's party.
  B) A statewide election in which citizens select the leader of the Texas Senate
  C) Legislators vote for a Speaker from a list of five candidates compiled by the governor.
  D) Potential Speakers collect signed pledges from Senators (and even Senate candidates) before the vote is actually held.
  E) The member of the majority party with the greatest seniority becomes Speaker.

[Jmfn03]

Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

Answer: D

[Ebrown]

Excellent

[atrochim]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it