Expanding Borders

Question 1

Why did President Cleveland refuse to annex Hawaii?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

He felt annexation would be unjust and illegal.

Question 2

Which of the following best describes how the Boxer Rebellion ended?

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The Boxers were defeated by an international army, which allowed foreign occupation to continue.

Question 3

Which of the following best explains how the United States acquired Alaska?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

The United States purchased Alaska from Russia for $7.2 million.

Question 4

As a result of the Industrial Revolution, Japan was able to

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manufacture more goods and build modern warships

Question 5

According to the Open Door policy, China’s ability to tax trade

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encouraged fair trade for all countries.

Question 6

How did the actions of Commodore Perry help Japan in 1854?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Perry helped the Japanese make contact with the outside world.

Question 7

Which European country did Japan fight and defeat during a war from 1904-1905?

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Russia ✓ Correct

Question 8

Which of the following best explains how Hawaii become a US territory?

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The US annexed Hawaii in 1900.

Question 9

Which of the following best describes how Japan changed from an isolationist society to a world power?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Japan’s industrialization enabled it to build modern warships and weaponry.

Question 10

At the end of the 1800s, why did people fear that China might be split into different imperialist colonies?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

China was too weak to prevent other nations from controlling parts of its territory. ✓ Correct

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