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The diverse cultural landscape of Texas has caused different cultures to blend and innovate. Tex-Mex illustrates this cultural innovation because it is --

A
the name given to Mexican immigrants in Texas.
B
a style of dance popularized by Mexican Americans.
C
a combination of two cuisines of Texas and Mexico.
D
a cultural festival held every year in New Braunfels, Texas.
3

Czech immigrants were largely __________.

A
Jewish
B
Muslim
C
Catholic
D
Protestant
4

All of the following statements about Polish immigrants in Texas are true EXCEPT:

A
They remained fairly isolated as a group.
B
They quickly picked up the English language.
C
They mostly settled in South-Central and East Texas.
D
The first Polish immigrants to Texas were refugees from the Napoleonic Wars in 1818.
5

All of the following statements about Czech immigrants in Texas are true EXCEPT:

A
They built Catholic churches.
B
They established close-knit communities.
C
They did not embrace American democratic ideals.
D
They created Czech language schools and newspapers.
7

All of the following are examples of German culture in Texas EXCEPT:

A
kolaches
B
Wurstfest
C
gothic architecture
D
polka dance houses
8

All of the following statements about Mexican-American culture in Texas are true EXCEPT:

A
Mexican American culture is represented by many artists and musicians.
B
Spanish newspapers and radio stations address news of both the U.S. and Mexico.
C
By the 1990s, nearly 40% of Mexican Americans held skilled or professional positions.
D
They kept their Mexican customs and culture and did not combine any American traditions into their culture.
9

All of the following statements about German immigrants in Texas are true EXCEPT:

A
They were mainly Catholic.
B
Most came seeking inexpensive farmland.
C
Many abandoned their German language and customs.
D
By 1850, they comprised about 5% of the population of Texas.

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