What strategy did governor E. J. Davis use to bring political, economic, and social order to Texas during the Reconstruction period?
a. He banned Confederates from participating in elections in any form.
b. He lowered taxes to help simulate the Texas economy.
c. He won popular support and firmly established the power of the Republican Party within Texas politics.
d. He used the state militia and police force to gain control over widespread lawlessness.
Question 2
Which of the following statements is true regarding Texas's admission into the Union?
a. Texas was admitted into the Union in June 1860.
b. Texas became the 28th state of the Union.
c. Texas was a part of Mexico before it joined the Union.
d. Texas was a part of Spain before it joined the Union.
