Question 1

Which event sparked the beginning of the Spanish-American War?

Accepted Answer

The explosion of the USS Maine

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The bombing of Hiroshima

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The attack on Pearl Harbor

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The sinking of the RMS Titanic

Question 2

Which territory did the United States gain control over as a result of the Spanish-American War?

Accepted Answer

The Philippines

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Puerto Rico

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Cuba

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Hawaii

Question 3

What was the outcome of the Spanish-American War?

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The United States gained several territories and emerged as a world power

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Spain emerged as the victor and retained its colonies

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The war ended in a stalemate with no territorial changes

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The United States lost its territories and became a weaker nation

Question 4

What was the Open Door Policy?

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A policy that promoted equal trading rights in China

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A policy that closed China's ports to foreign trade

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A policy that encouraged imperialism in China

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A policy that restricted foreign investments in China

Question 5

Who proposed the Open Door Policy?

Accepted Answer

The United States

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China

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France

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Great Britain

Question 6

What was the purpose of the Open Door Policy?

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To ensure equal trading opportunities in China for all nations

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To promote cultural exchange between China and the West

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To limit trade with foreign nations

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To establish territorial control over China

Question 7

What does the term 'sphere of influence' refer to?

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A region or area where a country has significant political, economic, or cultural control or influence

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A boundary that separates two countries

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A round object with no flat sides

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A group of planets that revolve around the sun

Question 8

What is the Monroe Doctrine?

Accepted Answer

A U.S. foreign policy that warned European powers against colonizing or meddling in the Americas

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A treaty signed by European countries to establish trade alliances

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A speech given by President Monroe on American independence

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A doctrine promoting colonization of the Americas by European powers

Question 9

What was the purpose of the Open Door Policy in China?

Accepted Answer

To allow equal trade access for all countries to Chinese markets

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To restrict trade with Western countries and prioritize trade with Asian nations

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To establish a Chinese policy of isolation and non-involvement with foreign powers

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To promote Chinese colonization of neighboring countries

Question 10

What was the purpose of the Monroe Doctrine?

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To warn European powers against further colonization or intervention in the Americas

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To promote the expansion of European powers in the Americas

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To advocate for the independence of Latin American countries from European control

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To establish trade alliances between the United States and European nations

Question 11

What is the significance of the Panama Canal?

Accepted Answer

It provided a shortcut for ships between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans

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It resulted in the unification of Central American countries

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It served as a defensive barrier to protect Panama from foreign invasions

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It was a major battleground during World War II

Question 12

What is yellow journalism?

Accepted Answer

Sensationalized news reporting with exaggerated or distorted facts

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News reporting with minimal use of images or headlines

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A type of journalism focused on environmental issues

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Objective news reporting with unbiased facts

Question 13

What is the purpose of yellow journalism?

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To attract readers and increase sales or viewership

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To provide objective and unbiased news

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To promote social justice and equality

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To inform the public about important events

Question 14

What is the negative impact of yellow journalism?

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Spreading misinformation and creating public panic

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Promoting transparency and accountability

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Encouraging critical thinking skills

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Providing accurate and reliable information

Question 15

The USS Maine is best known for its involvement in which event?

Accepted Answer

Spanish-American War

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Vietnam War

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American Revolutionary War

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World War II

Question 16

Which country sold Alaska to the United States?

Accepted Answer

Russia

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Germany

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Canada

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France

Question 17

Who was the U.S. Secretary of State responsible for negotiating the purchase of Alaska?

Accepted Answer

William H. Seward

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John Quincy Adams

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Andrew Johnson

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Abraham Lincoln

Question 18

How much did the United States pay for the purchase of Alaska?

Accepted Answer

7.2 million dollars

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100 million dollars

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50 million dollars

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1 billion dollars

Question 19

What is the nickname commonly given to the Alaska Purchase?

Accepted Answer

Seward's Folly

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Manifest Destiny

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Gold Rush

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Alaska Accord

Question 20

Which country controlled Cuba as an imperial power?

Accepted Answer

Spain

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France

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Mexico

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United States

Question 21

Which of the following was a major cause of imperialism in the late 19th and early 20th centuries?

Accepted Answer

Economic competition among European powers

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Protection of human rights

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Desire for cultural exchange

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Spread of democracy

Question 22

Which economic factor played a significant role in driving imperialism?

Accepted Answer

Desire for new markets and resources

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Promotion of cultural diversity

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Preservation of indigenous traditions

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Religious superiority

Question 23

What is the definition of imperialism?

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A policy or ideology in which a nation extends its power and influence over other countries, often by force or exploitation

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The belief in the equality of all individuals

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A form of government led by a monarch

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A system of economic production and exchange

Question 24

What is the term for the extension of a nation's power and influence over other countries, often by force or political control?

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Imperialism

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Democracy

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Socialism

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Anarchy

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