Exercise
US Imperialism in Hawaii & Alaska
In this engaging exercise, students will explore the historical events leading to the annexation of Hawaii and Alaska, examining key figures, cultural impacts, and the geopolitical motivations behind US imperialism. Through interactive discussions and primary source analysis, learners will critically assess the consequences of these territorial acquisitions on indigenous populations and American identity.
Questions
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In what year did the United States purchase Alaska from the Russian Empire?
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What mocking nickname was given by critics to Secretary of State William Seward's purchase of Alaska?
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Which valuable natural resources were discovered in Alaska in the late 1890s, disproving critics?
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Which Hawaiian monarch was overthrown in 1893 by a group of American sugar planters?
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Who served as the president of the provisional Republic of Hawaii following the overthrow of the monarchy?
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In what year was Hawaii formally annexed by a joint resolution of the US Congress?
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Why was the Hawaiian archipelago geographically significant for US strategic interests?
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What US tariff passed in 1890 placed taxes on foreign sugar, motivating Hawaiian sugar growers to seek annexation?
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What major US naval base was established on the island of Oahu prior to Hawaii's annexation?
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How did Queen Liliuokalani attempt to protect Hawaiian independence before her overthrow?
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Which US President initially withdrew the Hawaiian annexation treaty, ruling the overthrow unlawful?
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What role did American military forces play during the 1893 overthrow of the Hawaiian government?