Proper nounSingular Texas Plural - Texas
Derived termsFrom Wiktionary under the GNU Free Documentation License. Texas ( /ˈtɛksəs/ (help·info)) is a state in the South Central United States, nicknamed the Lone Star State. Texas is the second largest U.S. state in both area and population, with an area of 268,820 square miles (696,200 km), and with a growing population of 24.6 million residents. Houston is the largest city in Texas and the fourth-largest in the United States, while the Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex is the largest metropolitan area in the state and the fourth-largest in the nation. Other major cities include San Antonio, El Paso, and Austin—the state capital. Texas contains diverse landscapes, resembling in places both the Deep South and the Southwest. Traveling from east to west, one can observe piney woods and semi-forests of oak and cross timbers, rolling plains and prairie, rugged hills, and finally the desert of the Big Bend. The phrase "everything is bigger in Texas" derives in part from the state's geographic sprawl and the wide open spaces of its desert and prairie regions. Due to its long history as a center of the American cattle industry, Texas is associated throughout much of the world with the image of the cowboy. Historically and culturally, Texas is usually considered part of the American South. However, with its Spanish and Mexican roots, and the topography and Southwestern vegetation generally west of a Fort Worth to Corpus Christi line, it can also be classified as part of the American Southwest. While residents acknowledge these categories, many claim an independent "Texan" identity superseding regional labels. The term "six flags over Texas" comes from the multiple countries that have claimed the territory. Spain was the first European country to claim the area of Texas. France held a short lived colony in Texas. Mexico owned the territory until 1836 when Texas won its independence, becoming an independent Republic. In 1845 it joined the United States as the 28th state. The state's annexation helped set off a chain of events that caused the Mexican–American War in 1846. Texas seceded from the United States in early 1861, joining the Confederate States of America on March 2, 1861. In the early 1900s, oil discoveries initiated an economic boom in the state. Texas has since economically diversified. It has a growing base in high technology, biomedical research and higher education. Its gross state product is the second-highest in the nation. From Wikipedia under the
GNU Free Documentation License How long does it take to drive from central texas to the canadian border? Q. How long does it take to drive from central texas to the canadian border? Hi, i was wondering how long it takes to drive from Central Texas to the Canadian border with only a few(NON - overnight) stops. Thanks a lot. Asked by Car_guy - Tue Mar 24 23:21:06 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments A. it takes 19 hours 42 min with no stops Answered by T A - Tue Mar 24 23:27:37 2009 What is the process in becoming a teacher in TEXAS? Q. I have a degree in Bachelor of Arts major in Political Science in the Philippines. I have also 27 units in Education that I took in the Philippines. I am planning to teach in Texas at the Elementary School, but I dont have any experience at all. I am authorized to work in the United States. Does anyone know what is the process to become a teacher in Texas? Asked by just me - Wed Dec 27 08:10:34 2006 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments A. You will find the information on who to become a teacher in Texas at this website Good Luck!!! Answered by MikeInRI - Wed Dec 27 08:14:21 2006 How can i bring my girl from Texas to California without immigration checkpoints?
Q. My girl just came to the U.S.A. but entered thru Texas, and i am livining in CA. please help me and tell me how i can bring her to CA, my biggest fear is she getting caught by immigration and send her away again. I was planning on having her travel on the Grayhound, but please somebody tell me where she needs to go without risking getting caught my immigration. I will thank you very much. Asked by Buster - Fri Jul 11 03:08:10 2008 - - 13 Answers - 0 Comments A. The lowest risk route is to take a bus to Amarillo then straight to LA. Check points are typically 20 to 25 miles from the border so you want to stay as far North as practical. That said there is always a risk she will be caught and deported. TexasBob.com Answered by Texas Bob - Sat Jul 12 12:31:21 2008 From Yahoo Answer Search: "texas"
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