How Texas Are You?

Texas isn’t only a state, it’s a state of mind. And you better not mess with it. Answer these ten questions to find out just how Texas you really are.

How Texas Are You?

Determining your Texan-ness is no small feat; after all, the Lone Star State is a land so vast and diverse that it defies simple characterization. Whether you're the type to cheer wildly at a Friday night football game or you've mastered the art of slow-smoking brisket to perfection, there's a certain swagger that comes with claiming the Texan title. Don your cowboy boots and tip your hat – it’s time to measure just how deep those Texas roots really run.

Ever caught yourself saying "y'all" more times in a conversation than there are stars in the Texas night sky? You might just have the makings of a true Texan. It's a place where state pride is as big as Our Texas itself. Here, every plate of barbecue is judged with the severity of a courtroom trial, and the absence of sweet tea on a menu is considered high treason.

So saddle up, partner, and let's traverse the humorous, yet endearingly serious business of being a Texan. Are you ready to put your state allegiance to the test and find out if you're as Texas as bluebonnets in spring? Take the "How Texas Are You?" quiz on Brainfall and see where you stand on the scale from "just passin' through" to "born and bred with a Texan creed."

The Spirit of Texas

If you're aiming to measure your Texan-ness on that Brainfall quiz, know your facts on the Lone Star State's spirit. It's a blend of rich history, diverse culture, and those elements you see on flags and bumper stickers.

History and Independence

Texas's journey started long before it became a state on December 29, 1836. Your independent spirit isn’t just from modern-day attitudes, but a historical legacy—you're talking Battle of the Alamo and Sam Houston striding through the lands of the Republic of Texas.

Cultural Melting Pot

Ever dabbled in Tejano music at a backyard barbecue? That's the spirit of Texas embracing its Mexican and Spanish roots, mixed with German influences—yes, you can thank them for some stellar Texas brews. Culture pulses through every city street, whether it's the cowboy boots clicking in Dallas, home to the Dallas Cowboys, or in the rhythms of the state’s thriving oil and cattle industries—never forget the cotton fields.

Iconic Symbols and Nicknames

Raise your “horns up” for the Texas icons like the Flag of Texas, with its single, solitary star symbolizing unity as the Lone Star State. These symbols and nicknames—they whisper "friendship", which, by the by, is the state’s motto—are a wink and a nod to Texas's grandiosity.

Everything's Bigger in Texas

If you fancy yourself as a true Texan, you know that size matters in the Lone Star State. From sprawling landscapes to towering skyscrapers and economic might, Texas takes 'go big or go home' to a wholehearted level.

Geography and Cityscape

You could spend a lifetime exploring Texas and still find new wonders. It boasts the enormous Rio Grande on its border, the stately Guadalupe Peak standing as its highest point, and the expansive vistas of Big Bend National Park. Cities like Houston and Dallas offer towering skylines, while San Antonio's history and Austin's live music scene are as rich as a thick slab of brisket. Let's not forget Fort Worth, where the West begins, or the vast coastline along the Gulf of Mexico. Yes, your Texan geography badge is one of the largest you'll ever pin to your sash.

Economic Powerhouse

You can't talk Texas without tipping your hat to its economic heft. Texas is an oil and natural gas giant, with rigs dotting the horizon like prairie flowers. If oil derricks are the state's corsages, then the bustling Fortune 500 companies in Dallas and Houston are the ball gowns. The state's economy is a belt buckle the size of a dinner plate, and you can bet your bottom dollar it shines from space. Need to register your vehicle? That's a nod of recognition to Texas' mighty transportation network. And don't even get started on the robust power grid—it's like a whole other country down here!

Recreation and Entertainment

Ever been to the State Fair of Texas? It's like every carnival you've ever seen, but someone accidentally hit the 'enlarge' button. The outdoors here aren't just 'out' and 'doors'—they're vast parks and recreational areas, each one a testament to Texas’ love for wide-open spaces. In need of retail therapy? Texas shopping venues are so plentiful and grandiose, they might as well come with their own ZIP codes. Meanwhile, if you're looking for high-flying adventure, the Johnson Space Center in Houston is your ticket to a Texas-sized odyssey among the stars. So, whether it’s the Texas Government buildings or the diverse array of entertainment options, you won't run out of larger-than-life experiences that define the Texan spirit.