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Texas

Explore the vibrant state of Texas, known for its diverse population and iconic cities like Houston and San Antonio. Learn about the state's symbols, such as the Lone Star Flag and the Mexican Free-Tailed Bat. Discover the unique aspects of Texas, from its famous Texas Rangers baseball team to its rich country music heritage. Dive into the world of beauty pageants, a popular tradition in Texas. Uncover interesting facts about the state, including its lack of an official language and the natural wonder of Caddo Lake. Join us on this captivating journey through the Lone Star State.

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Texas

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  1. TEXAS By Piret Parrest, Daisi Mats, Kristiina Selter Viljandi County Gymnasium, 11H Supervisor: Margit Kirss Texas

  2. LOCATION

  3. DEMOGRAPHICS • Population: 24,782,406 (2009) Ranked 2nd in the US

  4. CITIES AND TOWNS 1 Houston 2 San Antonio 3 Dallas 4 Austin 5 Fort Worth 6 El Paso 7 Arlington 8 Corpus Christi 9 Plano 10 Laredo

  5. State Capital Austin

  6. SYMBOLS • The Texas Lone Star Flag • The Jalapeño • The Red Grapefruit • The Longhorn • The Mexican Free-Tailed Bat • The Bluebonnet • The Monarch Butterfly • The Armadillo • Chili • The 1015 Onion

  7. TEXAS RANGERS • Texas professional baseball team • ''Walker, Texas Ranger'' - famous TV show (1993-2001)

  8. COWBOYS • Animal herder, tends cattle on ranches • Was typically a bachelor

  9. COUNTRY MUSIC • Is known for fusing traditionalist root sounds • Very popular among Texas people

  10. BEAUTY PAGEANTS • Pageants are very popular in Texas • Texas has no laws regulating child participation

  11. INTERESTING FACTS • Texas has no official language • Motto : friendship • Caddo Lake is the only natural lake in the state.

  12. THANK YOU FOR YOUR ATTENTION!

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