November 5, 2026

1 / 5

How did Democrats pull off a sweeping takeover of Texas statewide offices in the midterm election?

Voters rewarded Democrats for redrawing congressional districts to add seats A nationwide backlash to President Donald Trump’s policies Democrats benefited mainly from a major fundraising advantage

1 / 5

After a mid-decade redraw meant to boost Republicans, what happened to the Texas GOP’s U.S. House map strategy in the 2026 elections?

It backfired, with Democrats gaining ground It produced a 30-8 Republican supermajority It was struck down before any votes were cast

1 / 5

Despite a money disadvantage, by about what spending ratio did Gina Hinojosa overcome to win the Texas governor’s race?

About two-to-one More than four-to-one About ten-to-one

1 / 5

What did Texas Attorney General-elect Nathan Johnson say he wouldn't do regarding abortion pills mailed into Texas?

Propose a new statewide abortion ban Create a new state police unit to track shipments Sue out-of-state doctors who mail them

1 / 5

When Tejano musician Bobby Pulido flipped a key South Texas congressional seat, which incumbent did he unseat?

Tony Gonzales Monica De La Cruz Henry Cuellar

Support independent Texas journalism

Will you support fact-based journalism for Texans, by Texans?

Yes!
Not today I’m already a Texas Tribune member

One more thing...

Would you like to get notified each time we publish this news quiz?

Yes!
No, thanks I’m already signed up

 Your responses are anonymous and secure.

Created in partnership with NewsGames.org.