One of a governor's strongest legislative tools is the ability to nullify legislative action by
A) using the veto power. B) calling a special session. C) exercising control over the agenda in a special session. D) issuing an executive order overriding a bill. E) declaring a bill unconstitutional.
Q. 2Which of the following is NOT a power the governor can use to influence the Texas legislature?
A) Calling a special session and setting its agenda B) Making emergency proclamations C) Appointing a political ally as lieutenant governor to control the Senate on the governor's behalf D) Threatening a veto E) Making a direct appeal to voters
Q. 3In terms of personal ideology, most Texas governors have been
A) libertarian. B) conservative. C) moderately liberal. D) populist. E) socialist.
Q. 4Which of the following is NOT a function of the governor's staff?
A) Working with local, state, and federal official B) Working with the legislature and political party officials C) Working with lobbyists and the public D) Working with reporters and performing public relations E) Preparing a state budget proposal that will be adopted by the legislature.
Q. 5Which group is most overrepresented in gubernatorial appointments?
A) Women B) African Americans C) Hispanics D) Anglo men E) Rural residents
Q. 6While campaigning, ________ promised that his/her administration would look like Texas to increase diversity in government.
A) Ann Richards B) George W. Bush C) Rick Perry D) Mark White E) Miriam Ferguson
Q. 7Which of the following is NOT an effective element in the governor's success in office?
A) Ability to persuade
B) Possession of strong personal skills
C) Previous political experience and electoral linkages
D) Exercise of the extensive executive powers constitutionally vested in governor's office
E) Projection of an image of strength and success through public and media relations
Q. 8The Texas governor
A) lacks any significant independent removal power over his appointments.
B) determines the length of service for all gubernatorial appointments.
C) has the power to assign members of his or her party to House and Senate committees.
D) has extensive managerial power over most members of the executive branch.
E) is obligated by law to appoint people with whom he has no personal or political relationship.
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