March to Self-Government

Front

In which order were the locations of the capital of the Trust Territory of the Pacific Islands?

Back

Hawaii, Guam, Saipan

Front

Why was the Solomon Report considered controversial?

Back

It seemed to indicate the U.S. sought to keep the islands of Micronesia as closely allied to and dependent on themselves as possible.

Front

The Peace Corp sent Americans abroad who had skills in which area(s)?

Back

teaching, agriculture, health

Front

What two views did people have about the U.S. change in attitude toward its development of the Trust Territory?

Back

Some thought it was good and some were suspicious about the U.S.'s true intentions.

Front

What was the purpose of the Council of Micronesia?

Back

Their purpose was to represent all the districts and have a political voice.

Front

Why was the establishment of the Congress of Micronesia significant?

Back

It was a genuine legislature, had some authority, and was a step toward self-government.

Front

What was the job of the Political Status Commission?

Back

Research the government options available to Micronesia.

Front

How long were the negotiations between the Congress of Micronesia and the U.S. regarding the political future of the islands?

Back

several years

Front

What was an end result of the negotiations between the Congress of Micronesia and the U.S.?

Back

Termination of the Trust Territory

Front

What were the political status options made available to Micronesia?

• Free Association

• Integration with the United States

• Integration with a country of their choice

• Complete independence

Back

• Free Association

• Integration with the United States

• Complete independence