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5709b0aaed30961900e8441c | What kind of refineries were built along the Houston ship channel? | Petrochemical | [
"Houston\n\nWhen World War II started, tonnage levels at the port decreased and shipping activities were suspended; however, the war did provide economic benefits for the city. Petrochemical refineries and manufacturing plants were constructed along the ship channel because of the demand for petroleum and synthetic... |
5709b0aaed30961900e8441d | To fill what type of demand were refineries built? | petroleum and synthetic rubber | [
"Houston\n\nWhen World War II started, tonnage levels at the port decreased and shipping activities were suspended; however, the war did provide economic benefits for the city. Petrochemical refineries and manufacturing plants were constructed along the ship channel because of the demand for petroleum and synthetic... |
5709b0aaed30961900e8441e | What world event caused this increased need for petrochemicals? | World War II | [
"Houston\n\nWhen World War II started, tonnage levels at the port decreased and shipping activities were suspended; however, the war did provide economic benefits for the city. Petrochemical refineries and manufacturing plants were constructed along the ship channel because of the demand for petroleum and synthetic... |
5709b0aaed30961900e8441f | Why did thousands of new workers flock to Houston? | defense jobs | [
"Houston\n\nWhen World War II started, tonnage levels at the port decreased and shipping activities were suspended; however, the war did provide economic benefits for the city. Petrochemical refineries and manufacturing plants were constructed along the ship channel because of the demand for petroleum and synthetic... |
5709b0aaed30961900e84420 | Which president created a policy of non-discrimination for defense contractors? | President Roosevelt | [
"Houston\n\nWhen World War II started, tonnage levels at the port decreased and shipping activities were suspended; however, the war did provide economic benefits for the city. Petrochemical refineries and manufacturing plants were constructed along the ship channel because of the demand for petroleum and synthetic... |
570942b39928a814004714ee | In what year did the space shuttle Challenger explode after launch? | 1986 | [
"Houston\n\nOne wave of the population boom ended abruptly in the mid-1980s, as oil prices fell precipitously. The space industry also suffered in 1986 after the Space Shuttle Challenger disintegrated shortly after launch. There was a cutback in some activities for a period. In the late 1980s, the city's economy su... |
570942b39928a814004714ef | Why did Houston's economy have problems in the late 1980's? | the nationwide recession | [
"Houston\n\nOne wave of the population boom ended abruptly in the mid-1980s, as oil prices fell precipitously. The space industry also suffered in 1986 after the Space Shuttle Challenger disintegrated shortly after launch. There was a cutback in some activities for a period. In the late 1980s, the city's economy su... |
570942b39928a814004714f0 | In the 1990's, what is something Houston did to try to diversify it's economy? | reduced its dependence on the petroleum industry | [
"Houston\n\nOne wave of the population boom ended abruptly in the mid-1980s, as oil prices fell precipitously. The space industry also suffered in 1986 after the Space Shuttle Challenger disintegrated shortly after launch. There was a cutback in some activities for a period. In the late 1980s, the city's economy su... |
570942b39928a814004714f1 | The petroleum industry has become a larger part of Houston's economy again for what reason? | the increase of oil prices in the 2000s | [
"Houston\n\nOne wave of the population boom ended abruptly in the mid-1980s, as oil prices fell precipitously. The space industry also suffered in 1986 after the Space Shuttle Challenger disintegrated shortly after launch. There was a cutback in some activities for a period. In the late 1980s, the city's economy su... |
5709b2a2200fba1400368275 | What caused population growth to decline in the 1980s? | oil prices fell | [
"Houston\n\nOne wave of the population boom ended abruptly in the mid-1980s, as oil prices fell precipitously. The space industry also suffered in 1986 after the Space Shuttle Challenger disintegrated shortly after launch. There was a cutback in some activities for a period. In the late 1980s, the city's economy su... |
5709b2a2200fba1400368276 | Which shuttle disintegrated in 1986 to cause a decline in the space industry? | Space Shuttle Challenger | [
"Houston\n\nOne wave of the population boom ended abruptly in the mid-1980s, as oil prices fell precipitously. The space industry also suffered in 1986 after the Space Shuttle Challenger disintegrated shortly after launch. There was a cutback in some activities for a period. In the late 1980s, the city's economy su... |
5709b2a2200fba1400368277 | When did Houston suffer an economic decline? | late 1980s | [
"Houston\n\nOne wave of the population boom ended abruptly in the mid-1980s, as oil prices fell precipitously. The space industry also suffered in 1986 after the Space Shuttle Challenger disintegrated shortly after launch. There was a cutback in some activities for a period. In the late 1980s, the city's economy su... |
5709b2a2200fba1400368278 | What did Houston focus on after the 1990s recession to improve its economy? | aerospace and health care | [
"Houston\n\nOne wave of the population boom ended abruptly in the mid-1980s, as oil prices fell precipitously. The space industry also suffered in 1986 after the Space Shuttle Challenger disintegrated shortly after launch. There was a cutback in some activities for a period. In the late 1980s, the city's economy su... |
5709b2a2200fba1400368279 | When did Houston begin to regain its dependence on the oil industry? | 2000s | [
"Houston\n\nOne wave of the population boom ended abruptly in the mid-1980s, as oil prices fell precipitously. The space industry also suffered in 1986 after the Space Shuttle Challenger disintegrated shortly after launch. There was a cutback in some activities for a period. In the late 1980s, the city's economy su... |
57094ba9efce8f15003a7dcc | What materials are underpinning the land surface of Houston? | unconsolidated clays, clay shales, and poorly cemented sands | [
"Houston\n\nUnderpinning Houston's land surface are unconsolidated clays, clay shales, and poorly cemented sands up to several miles deep. The region's geology developed from river deposits formed from the erosion of the Rocky Mountains. These sediments consist of a series of sands and clays deposited on decaying o... |
57094ba9efce8f15003a7dcd | Houston's geology was formed from river deposits from the erosion of what mountains? | Rocky Mountains | [
"Houston\n\nUnderpinning Houston's land surface are unconsolidated clays, clay shales, and poorly cemented sands up to several miles deep. The region's geology developed from river deposits formed from the erosion of the Rocky Mountains. These sediments consist of a series of sands and clays deposited on decaying o... |
57094ba9efce8f15003a7dce | The sand and clay deposited onto decaying marine matter transformed into what? | oil and natural gas | [
"Houston\n\nUnderpinning Houston's land surface are unconsolidated clays, clay shales, and poorly cemented sands up to several miles deep. The region's geology developed from river deposits formed from the erosion of the Rocky Mountains. These sediments consist of a series of sands and clays deposited on decaying o... |
57094ba9efce8f15003a7dcf | What is halite? | a rock salt | [
"Houston\n\nUnderpinning Houston's land surface are unconsolidated clays, clay shales, and poorly cemented sands up to several miles deep. The region's geology developed from river deposits formed from the erosion of the Rocky Mountains. These sediments consist of a series of sands and clays deposited on decaying o... |
57094ba9efce8f15003a7dd0 | What type of farming is Houston's surface soil good for? | rice farming | [
"Houston\n\nUnderpinning Houston's land surface are unconsolidated clays, clay shales, and poorly cemented sands up to several miles deep. The region's geology developed from river deposits formed from the erosion of the Rocky Mountains. These sediments consist of a series of sands and clays deposited on decaying o... |
5709b50eed30961900e8443a | What geological event caused the foundations of the land beneath Houston? | erosion of the Rocky Mountains | [
"Houston\n\nUnderpinning Houston's land surface are unconsolidated clays, clay shales, and poorly cemented sands up to several miles deep. The region's geology developed from river deposits formed from the erosion of the Rocky Mountains. These sediments consist of a series of sands and clays deposited on decaying o... |
5709b50eed30961900e8443b | Besides sands, what are the foundations of Houston's land? | clays | [
"Houston\n\nUnderpinning Houston's land surface are unconsolidated clays, clay shales, and poorly cemented sands up to several miles deep. The region's geology developed from river deposits formed from the erosion of the Rocky Mountains. These sediments consist of a series of sands and clays deposited on decaying o... |
5709b50eed30961900e8443c | How deep are the clay and sands foundations of Houston? | several miles | [
"Houston\n\nUnderpinning Houston's land surface are unconsolidated clays, clay shales, and poorly cemented sands up to several miles deep. The region's geology developed from river deposits formed from the erosion of the Rocky Mountains. These sediments consist of a series of sands and clays deposited on decaying o... |
5709b50eed30961900e8443d | What did the decaying organics under the clay and sand deposits later form? | oil and natural gas | [
"Houston\n\nUnderpinning Houston's land surface are unconsolidated clays, clay shales, and poorly cemented sands up to several miles deep. The region's geology developed from river deposits formed from the erosion of the Rocky Mountains. These sediments consist of a series of sands and clays deposited on decaying o... |
5709b50eed30961900e8443e | What agricultural crop was farmed in the rich soils on the outlying areas of Houston? | rice | [
"Houston\n\nUnderpinning Houston's land surface are unconsolidated clays, clay shales, and poorly cemented sands up to several miles deep. The region's geology developed from river deposits formed from the erosion of the Rocky Mountains. These sediments consist of a series of sands and clays deposited on decaying o... |
57094c819928a81400471500 | Downtown Houston consisted of what type of building in the 1960's? | mid-rise office structures | [
"Houston\n\nIn the 1960s, Downtown Houston consisted of a collection of mid-rise office structures. Downtown was on the threshold of an energy industry–led boom in 1970. A succession of skyscrapers were built throughout the 1970s—many by real estate developer Gerald D. Hines—culminating with Houston's tallest skysc... |
57094c819928a81400471501 | When were skyscrapers first built in Houston? | throughout the 1970s | [
"Houston\n\nIn the 1960s, Downtown Houston consisted of a collection of mid-rise office structures. Downtown was on the threshold of an energy industry–led boom in 1970. A succession of skyscrapers were built throughout the 1970s—many by real estate developer Gerald D. Hines—culminating with Houston's tallest skysc... |
57094c819928a81400471502 | What is the tallest building in Texas? | JPMorgan Chase Tower | [
"Houston\n\nIn the 1960s, Downtown Houston consisted of a collection of mid-rise office structures. Downtown was on the threshold of an energy industry–led boom in 1970. A succession of skyscrapers were built throughout the 1970s—many by real estate developer Gerald D. Hines—culminating with Houston's tallest skysc... |
57094c819928a81400471503 | How tall is the JP Morgan Chase Tower? | 1,002-foot | [
"Houston\n\nIn the 1960s, Downtown Houston consisted of a collection of mid-rise office structures. Downtown was on the threshold of an energy industry–led boom in 1970. A succession of skyscrapers were built throughout the 1970s—many by real estate developer Gerald D. Hines—culminating with Houston's tallest skysc... |
57094c819928a81400471504 | What is the second tallest building in Houston? | Wells Fargo Plaza | [
"Houston\n\nIn the 1960s, Downtown Houston consisted of a collection of mid-rise office structures. Downtown was on the threshold of an energy industry–led boom in 1970. A succession of skyscrapers were built throughout the 1970s—many by real estate developer Gerald D. Hines—culminating with Houston's tallest skysc... |
5709b6d7ed30961900e8444e | In the 1970 s what developer built high rises in downtown Houston? | Gerald D. Hines | [
"Houston\n\nIn the 1960s, Downtown Houston consisted of a collection of mid-rise office structures. Downtown was on the threshold of an energy industry–led boom in 1970. A succession of skyscrapers were built throughout the 1970s—many by real estate developer Gerald D. Hines—culminating with Houston's tallest skysc... |
5709b6d7ed30961900e8444f | What was the highest building in Houston completed in 1982? | JPMorgan Chase Tower | [
"Houston\n\nIn the 1960s, Downtown Houston consisted of a collection of mid-rise office structures. Downtown was on the threshold of an energy industry–led boom in 1970. A succession of skyscrapers were built throughout the 1970s—many by real estate developer Gerald D. Hines—culminating with Houston's tallest skysc... |
5709b6d7ed30961900e84450 | What was the original name of the JP Morgan Chase Tower? | Texas Commerce Tower | [
"Houston\n\nIn the 1960s, Downtown Houston consisted of a collection of mid-rise office structures. Downtown was on the threshold of an energy industry–led boom in 1970. A succession of skyscrapers were built throughout the 1970s—many by real estate developer Gerald D. Hines—culminating with Houston's tallest skysc... |
5709b6d7ed30961900e84451 | What is the Chase Tower rated as in height in Texas? | tallest structure in Texas | [
"Houston\n\nIn the 1960s, Downtown Houston consisted of a collection of mid-rise office structures. Downtown was on the threshold of an energy industry–led boom in 1970. A succession of skyscrapers were built throughout the 1970s—many by real estate developer Gerald D. Hines—culminating with Houston's tallest skysc... |
5709b6d7ed30961900e84452 | By 2007 how many square feet of office space did Houston have? | 43 million square feet | [
"Houston\n\nIn the 1960s, Downtown Houston consisted of a collection of mid-rise office structures. Downtown was on the threshold of an energy industry–led boom in 1970. A succession of skyscrapers were built throughout the 1970s—many by real estate developer Gerald D. Hines—culminating with Houston's tallest skysc... |
57094dde9928a81400471514 | Houston ranked 3rd in which category by Forbes magazine in 2006? | Best Places for Business and Careers | [
"Houston\n\nIn 2006, the Houston metropolitan area ranked first in Texas and third in the U.S. within the Category of \"Best Places for Business and Careers\" by Forbes magazine. Foreign governments have established 92 consular offices in Houston's metropolitan area, the third highest in the nation. Forty foreign g... |
57094dde9928a81400471515 | How many offices have been established in Houston by foreign governments? | 92 | [
"Houston\n\nIn 2006, the Houston metropolitan area ranked first in Texas and third in the U.S. within the Category of \"Best Places for Business and Careers\" by Forbes magazine. Foreign governments have established 92 consular offices in Houston's metropolitan area, the third highest in the nation. Forty foreign g... |
57094dde9928a81400471516 | How many foreign governments maintain trade and commercial offices in Houston? | Forty | [
"Houston\n\nIn 2006, the Houston metropolitan area ranked first in Texas and third in the U.S. within the Category of \"Best Places for Business and Careers\" by Forbes magazine. Foreign governments have established 92 consular offices in Houston's metropolitan area, the third highest in the nation. Forty foreign g... |
57094dde9928a81400471517 | How many foreign banks operate in Houston? | Twenty-five | [
"Houston\n\nIn 2006, the Houston metropolitan area ranked first in Texas and third in the U.S. within the Category of \"Best Places for Business and Careers\" by Forbes magazine. Foreign governments have established 92 consular offices in Houston's metropolitan area, the third highest in the nation. Forty foreign g... |
57094dde9928a81400471518 | How many nations do the 25 foreign banks operating in Houston represent? | 13 | [
"Houston\n\nIn 2006, the Houston metropolitan area ranked first in Texas and third in the U.S. within the Category of \"Best Places for Business and Careers\" by Forbes magazine. Foreign governments have established 92 consular offices in Houston's metropolitan area, the third highest in the nation. Forty foreign g... |
5709c252200fba14003682b1 | When did the Houston area rank first in Texas for business? | 2006 | [
"Houston\n\nIn 2006, the Houston metropolitan area ranked first in Texas and third in the U.S. within the Category of \"Best Places for Business and Careers\" by Forbes magazine. Foreign governments have established 92 consular offices in Houston's metropolitan area, the third highest in the nation. Forty foreign g... |
5709c252200fba14003682b2 | How did Houston rank in the U.S. for business? | third in the U.S | [
"Houston\n\nIn 2006, the Houston metropolitan area ranked first in Texas and third in the U.S. within the Category of \"Best Places for Business and Careers\" by Forbes magazine. Foreign governments have established 92 consular offices in Houston's metropolitan area, the third highest in the nation. Forty foreign g... |
5709c252200fba14003682b3 | How many consular offices does Houston have? | 92 | [
"Houston\n\nIn 2006, the Houston metropolitan area ranked first in Texas and third in the U.S. within the Category of \"Best Places for Business and Careers\" by Forbes magazine. Foreign governments have established 92 consular offices in Houston's metropolitan area, the third highest in the nation. Forty foreign g... |
5709c252200fba14003682b4 | How many foreign countries have trade offices in Houston? | Forty | [
"Houston\n\nIn 2006, the Houston metropolitan area ranked first in Texas and third in the U.S. within the Category of \"Best Places for Business and Careers\" by Forbes magazine. Foreign governments have established 92 consular offices in Houston's metropolitan area, the third highest in the nation. Forty foreign g... |
5709c252200fba14003682b5 | How many nations do the twenty-five foreign banks represent? | 13 | [
"Houston\n\nIn 2006, the Houston metropolitan area ranked first in Texas and third in the U.S. within the Category of \"Best Places for Business and Careers\" by Forbes magazine. Foreign governments have established 92 consular offices in Houston's metropolitan area, the third highest in the nation. Forty foreign g... |
57094edcefce8f15003a7de0 | What is the largest annual event held in Houston? | Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo | [
"Houston\n\nMany annual events celebrate the diverse cultures of Houston. The largest and longest running is the annual Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, held over 20 days from early to late March, is the largest annual livestock show and rodeo in the world. Another large celebration is the annual night-time Housto... |
57094edcefce8f15003a7de1 | How long does the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo last? | 20 days | [
"Houston\n\nMany annual events celebrate the diverse cultures of Houston. The largest and longest running is the annual Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, held over 20 days from early to late March, is the largest annual livestock show and rodeo in the world. Another large celebration is the annual night-time Housto... |
57094edcefce8f15003a7de2 | When is the annual Houston Pride Parade held? | the end of June | [
"Houston\n\nMany annual events celebrate the diverse cultures of Houston. The largest and longest running is the annual Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, held over 20 days from early to late March, is the largest annual livestock show and rodeo in the world. Another large celebration is the annual night-time Housto... |
57094edcefce8f15003a7de3 | What is some other annual events held in Houston? | Houston Greek Festival, Art Car Parade, the Houston Auto Show, the Houston International Festival, and the Bayou City Art Festival | [
"Houston\n\nMany annual events celebrate the diverse cultures of Houston. The largest and longest running is the annual Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, held over 20 days from early to late March, is the largest annual livestock show and rodeo in the world. Another large celebration is the annual night-time Housto... |
57094edcefce8f15003a7de4 | What art festival held in Houston is one of the top 5 in the US? | the Bayou City Art Festival | [
"Houston\n\nMany annual events celebrate the diverse cultures of Houston. The largest and longest running is the annual Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, held over 20 days from early to late March, is the largest annual livestock show and rodeo in the world. Another large celebration is the annual night-time Housto... |
5709c39b200fba14003682c3 | What event is the longest running in Houston? | Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo | [
"Houston\n\nMany annual events celebrate the diverse cultures of Houston. The largest and longest running is the annual Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, held over 20 days from early to late March, is the largest annual livestock show and rodeo in the world. Another large celebration is the annual night-time Housto... |
5709c39b200fba14003682c4 | When is the Houston Livestock show and Rodeo held? | March | [
"Houston\n\nMany annual events celebrate the diverse cultures of Houston. The largest and longest running is the annual Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, held over 20 days from early to late March, is the largest annual livestock show and rodeo in the world. Another large celebration is the annual night-time Housto... |
5709c39b200fba14003682c5 | When is the Houston Pride Parade held? | end of June | [
"Houston\n\nMany annual events celebrate the diverse cultures of Houston. The largest and longest running is the annual Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, held over 20 days from early to late March, is the largest annual livestock show and rodeo in the world. Another large celebration is the annual night-time Housto... |
5709c39b200fba14003682c6 | What form of car parade is held in Houston? | Art Car Parade | [
"Houston\n\nMany annual events celebrate the diverse cultures of Houston. The largest and longest running is the annual Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, held over 20 days from early to late March, is the largest annual livestock show and rodeo in the world. Another large celebration is the annual night-time Housto... |
5709c39b200fba14003682c7 | Where does the Bayou City Art Festival rank in U.S. art festivals? | one of the top five | [
"Houston\n\nMany annual events celebrate the diverse cultures of Houston. The largest and longest running is the annual Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, held over 20 days from early to late March, is the largest annual livestock show and rodeo in the world. Another large celebration is the annual night-time Housto... |
57094fef9928a8140047151e | What does Houston have the most of compared to other large US cities? | parks and green space | [
"Houston\n\nOf the 10 most populous U.S. cities, Houston has the most total area of parks and green space, 56,405 acres (228 km2). The city also has over 200 additional green spaces—totaling over 19,600 acres (79 km2) that are managed by the city—including the Houston Arboretum and Nature Center. The Lee and Joe Ja... |
57094fef9928a8140047151f | How many acres of land does Houston's green spaces cover? | 19,600 | [
"Houston\n\nOf the 10 most populous U.S. cities, Houston has the most total area of parks and green space, 56,405 acres (228 km2). The city also has over 200 additional green spaces—totaling over 19,600 acres (79 km2) that are managed by the city—including the Houston Arboretum and Nature Center. The Lee and Joe Ja... |
57094fef9928a81400471520 | Who manages Houston's green spaces? | the city | [
"Houston\n\nOf the 10 most populous U.S. cities, Houston has the most total area of parks and green space, 56,405 acres (228 km2). The city also has over 200 additional green spaces—totaling over 19,600 acres (79 km2) that are managed by the city—including the Houston Arboretum and Nature Center. The Lee and Joe Ja... |
57094fef9928a81400471521 | What is one of the largest skate parks in Texas? | The Lee and Joe Jamail Skatepark | [
"Houston\n\nOf the 10 most populous U.S. cities, Houston has the most total area of parks and green space, 56,405 acres (228 km2). The city also has over 200 additional green spaces—totaling over 19,600 acres (79 km2) that are managed by the city—including the Houston Arboretum and Nature Center. The Lee and Joe Ja... |
57094fef9928a81400471522 | Who ranked Houston the 23rd most walkable of the 50 largest cities in the US? | Walk Score | [
"Houston\n\nOf the 10 most populous U.S. cities, Houston has the most total area of parks and green space, 56,405 acres (228 km2). The city also has over 200 additional green spaces—totaling over 19,600 acres (79 km2) that are managed by the city—including the Houston Arboretum and Nature Center. The Lee and Joe Ja... |
5709c4ed200fba14003682d7 | How many acres of parks does Houston have? | 56,405 acres | [
"Houston\n\nOf the 10 most populous U.S. cities, Houston has the most total area of parks and green space, 56,405 acres (228 km2). The city also has over 200 additional green spaces—totaling over 19,600 acres (79 km2) that are managed by the city—including the Houston Arboretum and Nature Center. The Lee and Joe Ja... |
5709c4ed200fba14003682d8 | After whom is the Houston skate park named? | Joe Jamail | [
"Houston\n\nOf the 10 most populous U.S. cities, Houston has the most total area of parks and green space, 56,405 acres (228 km2). The city also has over 200 additional green spaces—totaling over 19,600 acres (79 km2) that are managed by the city—including the Houston Arboretum and Nature Center. The Lee and Joe Ja... |
5709c4ed200fba14003682d9 | Who owns and runs the skate park in Houston? | city of Houston | [
"Houston\n\nOf the 10 most populous U.S. cities, Houston has the most total area of parks and green space, 56,405 acres (228 km2). The city also has over 200 additional green spaces—totaling over 19,600 acres (79 km2) that are managed by the city—including the Houston Arboretum and Nature Center. The Lee and Joe Ja... |
5709c4ed200fba14003682da | For whom was the Uptown District water park in Houston named? | Gerald D. Hines | [
"Houston\n\nOf the 10 most populous U.S. cities, Houston has the most total area of parks and green space, 56,405 acres (228 km2). The city also has over 200 additional green spaces—totaling over 19,600 acres (79 km2) that are managed by the city—including the Houston Arboretum and Nature Center. The Lee and Joe Ja... |
5709c4ed200fba14003682db | How does Houston rank as a walkable city? | 23rd | [
"Houston\n\nOf the 10 most populous U.S. cities, Houston has the most total area of parks and green space, 56,405 acres (228 km2). The city also has over 200 additional green spaces—totaling over 19,600 acres (79 km2) that are managed by the city—including the Houston Arboretum and Nature Center. The Lee and Joe Ja... |
5709517c9928a81400471528 | Who is the current mayor of Houston? | Sylvester Turner | [
"Houston\n\nThe city of Houston has a strong mayoral form of municipal government. Houston is a home rule city and all municipal elections in the state of Texas are nonpartisan. The City's elected officials are the mayor, city controller and 16 members of the Houston City Council. The current mayor of Houston is Sy... |
5709517c9928a81400471529 | What form of government does Houston have? | strong mayoral form of municipal government | [
"Houston\n\nThe city of Houston has a strong mayoral form of municipal government. Houston is a home rule city and all municipal elections in the state of Texas are nonpartisan. The City's elected officials are the mayor, city controller and 16 members of the Houston City Council. The current mayor of Houston is Sy... |
5709517c9928a8140047152a | Who are Houston's elected officials? | the mayor, city controller and 16 members of the Houston City Council | [
"Houston\n\nThe city of Houston has a strong mayoral form of municipal government. Houston is a home rule city and all municipal elections in the state of Texas are nonpartisan. The City's elected officials are the mayor, city controller and 16 members of the Houston City Council. The current mayor of Houston is Sy... |
5709517c9928a8140047152b | What does Houston's mayor also serve as? | the city's chief administrator, executive officer, and official representative | [
"Houston\n\nThe city of Houston has a strong mayoral form of municipal government. Houston is a home rule city and all municipal elections in the state of Texas are nonpartisan. The City's elected officials are the mayor, city controller and 16 members of the Houston City Council. The current mayor of Houston is Sy... |
5709517c9928a8140047152c | Besides the general management of the city, Houston's mayor is also responsible for what? | seeing that all laws and ordinances are enforced | [
"Houston\n\nThe city of Houston has a strong mayoral form of municipal government. Houston is a home rule city and all municipal elections in the state of Texas are nonpartisan. The City's elected officials are the mayor, city controller and 16 members of the Houston City Council. The current mayor of Houston is Sy... |
5709c638200fba14003682e1 | What is the form of city government in Houston? | strong mayoral | [
"Houston\n\nThe city of Houston has a strong mayoral form of municipal government. Houston is a home rule city and all municipal elections in the state of Texas are nonpartisan. The City's elected officials are the mayor, city controller and 16 members of the Houston City Council. The current mayor of Houston is Sy... |
5709c638200fba14003682e2 | What type of municipal elections are held in Texas? | nonpartisan | [
"Houston\n\nThe city of Houston has a strong mayoral form of municipal government. Houston is a home rule city and all municipal elections in the state of Texas are nonpartisan. The City's elected officials are the mayor, city controller and 16 members of the Houston City Council. The current mayor of Houston is Sy... |
5709c638200fba14003682e3 | Besides the mayor and controller, how many members are there on the city council? | 16 | [
"Houston\n\nThe city of Houston has a strong mayoral form of municipal government. Houston is a home rule city and all municipal elections in the state of Texas are nonpartisan. The City's elected officials are the mayor, city controller and 16 members of the Houston City Council. The current mayor of Houston is Sy... |
5709c638200fba14003682e4 | Who is the mayor of Houston since the last election? | Sylvester Turner | [
"Houston\n\nThe city of Houston has a strong mayoral form of municipal government. Houston is a home rule city and all municipal elections in the state of Texas are nonpartisan. The City's elected officials are the mayor, city controller and 16 members of the Houston City Council. The current mayor of Houston is Sy... |
5709c638200fba14003682e5 | To what political party is Mayor Turner aligned? | Democrat | [
"Houston\n\nThe city of Houston has a strong mayoral form of municipal government. Houston is a home rule city and all municipal elections in the state of Texas are nonpartisan. The City's elected officials are the mayor, city controller and 16 members of the Houston City Council. The current mayor of Houston is Sy... |
5709535eefce8f15003a7df4 | What was the first public television station in the US? | KUHT (HoustonPBS) | [
"Houston\n\nThe Houston–The Woodlands–Sugar Land metropolitan area is served by one public television station and two public radio stations. KUHT (HoustonPBS) is a PBS member station and is the first public television station in the United States. Houston Public Radio is listener-funded and comprises two NPR member... |
5709535eefce8f15003a7df5 | How is Houston Public Radio funded? | listener-funded | [
"Houston\n\nThe Houston–The Woodlands–Sugar Land metropolitan area is served by one public television station and two public radio stations. KUHT (HoustonPBS) is a PBS member station and is the first public television station in the United States. Houston Public Radio is listener-funded and comprises two NPR member... |
5709535eefce8f15003a7df6 | Houston Public Radio us comprised of how many stations? | two NPR member stations | [
"Houston\n\nThe Houston–The Woodlands–Sugar Land metropolitan area is served by one public television station and two public radio stations. KUHT (HoustonPBS) is a PBS member station and is the first public television station in the United States. Houston Public Radio is listener-funded and comprises two NPR member... |
5709535eefce8f15003a7df7 | What stations comprise Houston Public Radio? | KUHF (KUHF News) and KUHA (Classical 91.7) | [
"Houston\n\nThe Houston–The Woodlands–Sugar Land metropolitan area is served by one public television station and two public radio stations. KUHT (HoustonPBS) is a PBS member station and is the first public television station in the United States. Houston Public Radio is listener-funded and comprises two NPR member... |
5709535eefce8f15003a7df8 | Who owns the KUHT, KUHF, and KUHA stations? | The University of Houston | [
"Houston\n\nThe Houston–The Woodlands–Sugar Land metropolitan area is served by one public television station and two public radio stations. KUHT (HoustonPBS) is a PBS member station and is the first public television station in the United States. Houston Public Radio is listener-funded and comprises two NPR member... |
5709c7d4ed30961900e84494 | Which of Houston's television stations was the first public television station in the U.S.? | KUHT | [
"Houston\n\nThe Houston–The Woodlands–Sugar Land metropolitan area is served by one public television station and two public radio stations. KUHT (HoustonPBS) is a PBS member station and is the first public television station in the United States. Houston Public Radio is listener-funded and comprises two NPR member... |
5709c7d4ed30961900e84495 | What kind of radio station is KUHF? | news/talk radio | [
"Houston\n\nThe Houston–The Woodlands–Sugar Land metropolitan area is served by one public television station and two public radio stations. KUHT (HoustonPBS) is a PBS member station and is the first public television station in the United States. Houston Public Radio is listener-funded and comprises two NPR member... |
5709c7d4ed30961900e84496 | What type of radio station is KUHA? | classical music | [
"Houston\n\nThe Houston–The Woodlands–Sugar Land metropolitan area is served by one public television station and two public radio stations. KUHT (HoustonPBS) is a PBS member station and is the first public television station in the United States. Houston Public Radio is listener-funded and comprises two NPR member... |
5709c7d4ed30961900e84497 | From what building do the two public radio stations broadcast? | Melcher Center for Public Broadcasting | [
"Houston\n\nThe Houston–The Woodlands–Sugar Land metropolitan area is served by one public television station and two public radio stations. KUHT (HoustonPBS) is a PBS member station and is the first public television station in the United States. Houston Public Radio is listener-funded and comprises two NPR member... |
5709c7d4ed30961900e84498 | Where is the Melcher Center located? | University of Houston | [
"Houston\n\nThe Houston–The Woodlands–Sugar Land metropolitan area is served by one public television station and two public radio stations. KUHT (HoustonPBS) is a PBS member station and is the first public television station in the United States. Houston Public Radio is listener-funded and comprises two NPR member... |
570955309928a8140047153c | Where is Houston located? | in Southeast Texas near the Gulf of Mexico | [
"Houston\n\nHouston (i/ˈhjuːstən/ HYOO-stən) is the most populous city in Texas and the fourth most populous city in the United States, located in Southeast Texas near the Gulf of Mexico. With a census-estimated 2014 population of 2.239 million people, within a land area of 599.6 square miles (1,553 km2), it also i... |
570955309928a8140047153d | Where is Houston ranked among the most populous cities in the US? | fourth | [
"Houston\n\nHouston (i/ˈhjuːstən/ HYOO-stən) is the most populous city in Texas and the fourth most populous city in the United States, located in Southeast Texas near the Gulf of Mexico. With a census-estimated 2014 population of 2.239 million people, within a land area of 599.6 square miles (1,553 km2), it also i... |
570955309928a8140047153e | What was the population of Houston in 2014? | 2.239 million people | [
"Houston\n\nHouston (i/ˈhjuːstən/ HYOO-stən) is the most populous city in Texas and the fourth most populous city in the United States, located in Southeast Texas near the Gulf of Mexico. With a census-estimated 2014 population of 2.239 million people, within a land area of 599.6 square miles (1,553 km2), it also i... |
570955309928a8140047153f | What is Houston the principle city of? | Houston–The Woodlands–Sugar Land | [
"Houston\n\nHouston (i/ˈhjuːstən/ HYOO-stən) is the most populous city in Texas and the fourth most populous city in the United States, located in Southeast Texas near the Gulf of Mexico. With a census-estimated 2014 population of 2.239 million people, within a land area of 599.6 square miles (1,553 km2), it also i... |
570955309928a81400471540 | What is the fifth most populated metropolitan area in the US? | Houston–The Woodlands–Sugar Land | [
"Houston\n\nHouston (i/ˈhjuːstən/ HYOO-stən) is the most populous city in Texas and the fourth most populous city in the United States, located in Southeast Texas near the Gulf of Mexico. With a census-estimated 2014 population of 2.239 million people, within a land area of 599.6 square miles (1,553 km2), it also i... |
5709c934ed30961900e8449e | What is the most populous city in Texas? | Houston | [
"Houston\n\nHouston (i/ˈhjuːstən/ HYOO-stən) is the most populous city in Texas and the fourth most populous city in the United States, located in Southeast Texas near the Gulf of Mexico. With a census-estimated 2014 population of 2.239 million people, within a land area of 599.6 square miles (1,553 km2), it also i... |
5709c934ed30961900e8449f | How does Houston rank as to population in the U.S.? | fourth | [
"Houston\n\nHouston (i/ˈhjuːstən/ HYOO-stən) is the most populous city in Texas and the fourth most populous city in the United States, located in Southeast Texas near the Gulf of Mexico. With a census-estimated 2014 population of 2.239 million people, within a land area of 599.6 square miles (1,553 km2), it also i... |
5709c934ed30961900e844a0 | According to the 2014 census, how many people live in Houston? | 2.239 million | [
"Houston\n\nHouston (i/ˈhjuːstən/ HYOO-stən) is the most populous city in Texas and the fourth most populous city in the United States, located in Southeast Texas near the Gulf of Mexico. With a census-estimated 2014 population of 2.239 million people, within a land area of 599.6 square miles (1,553 km2), it also i... |
5709c934ed30961900e844a1 | What is the land are of the City of Houston? | 599.6 square miles | [
"Houston\n\nHouston (i/ˈhjuːstən/ HYOO-stən) is the most populous city in Texas and the fourth most populous city in the United States, located in Southeast Texas near the Gulf of Mexico. With a census-estimated 2014 population of 2.239 million people, within a land area of 599.6 square miles (1,553 km2), it also i... |
5709c934ed30961900e844a2 | Houston is located in which Texas county? | Harris County | [
"Houston\n\nHouston (i/ˈhjuːstən/ HYOO-stən) is the most populous city in Texas and the fourth most populous city in the United States, located in Southeast Texas near the Gulf of Mexico. With a census-estimated 2014 population of 2.239 million people, within a land area of 599.6 square miles (1,553 km2), it also i... |
570a01b44103511400d594ec | What commodity was Houston known for in 1860? | cotton | [
"Houston\n\nBy 1860, Houston had emerged as a commercial and railroad hub for the export of cotton. Railroad spurs from the Texas inland converged in Houston, where they met rail lines to the ports of Galveston and Beaumont. During the American Civil War, Houston served as a headquarters for General John Bankhead M... |
570a01b44103511400d594ed | What type of roads converged in Houston? | rail lines | [
"Houston\n\nBy 1860, Houston had emerged as a commercial and railroad hub for the export of cotton. Railroad spurs from the Texas inland converged in Houston, where they met rail lines to the ports of Galveston and Beaumont. During the American Civil War, Houston served as a headquarters for General John Bankhead M... |
570a01b44103511400d594ee | Which Civil War general used Houston as a headquarters? | General John Bankhead Magruder | [
"Houston\n\nBy 1860, Houston had emerged as a commercial and railroad hub for the export of cotton. Railroad spurs from the Texas inland converged in Houston, where they met rail lines to the ports of Galveston and Beaumont. During the American Civil War, Houston served as a headquarters for General John Bankhead M... |
570a01b44103511400d594ef | For what battle was Houston used as an organization point ? | Battle of Galveston | [
"Houston\n\nBy 1860, Houston had emerged as a commercial and railroad hub for the export of cotton. Railroad spurs from the Texas inland converged in Houston, where they met rail lines to the ports of Galveston and Beaumont. During the American Civil War, Houston served as a headquarters for General John Bankhead M... |
570a01b44103511400d594f0 | What was Houston known for by 1890? | railroad center of Texas | [
"Houston\n\nBy 1860, Houston had emerged as a commercial and railroad hub for the export of cotton. Railroad spurs from the Texas inland converged in Houston, where they met rail lines to the ports of Galveston and Beaumont. During the American Civil War, Houston served as a headquarters for General John Bankhead M... |
570a03776d058f1900182c68 | How many people evacuated to Houston after Hurricane Katrina? | 150,000 | [
"Houston\n\nIn August 2005, Houston became a shelter to more than 150,000 people from New Orleans who evacuated from Hurricane Katrina. One month later, approximately 2.5 million Houston area residents evacuated when Hurricane Rita approached the Gulf Coast, leaving little damage to the Houston area. This was the l... |
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