HMH - 15.1: Imperialism and America/15.2:Spanish-American War

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What was the movement to add land to the United States called?

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Imperialism

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Who was the Secretary of State responsible for the purchase of Alaska?

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William H. Seward

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How much did Alaska cost the United States?

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7.2 million

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What was the main reason behind the purchase of Alaska by the United States?

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To acquire natural resources and expand territory

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What was the popular term used to describe the purchase of Alaska as a foolish decision?

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Seward's Folly

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What year did the United States purchase Alaska from Russia?

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1867

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What was the main motivation behind the annexation of Hawaii by the United States?

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Strategic military and economic advantages in the Pacific region

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Who was the last reigning monarch of Hawaii before it was annexed by the United States?

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Queen Liliuokalani

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What year did the United States officially annex Hawaii?

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1898

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What was the role of American sugar planters in the annexation of Hawaii?

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Lobbying for annexation to protect their economic interests