Kamehameha's Legacy and the Law of the Splintered Paddle

The video explores Kamehameha's rise to power in Hawaii, his military conquests, and the establishment of the Law of the Splintered Paddle, a significant human rights law. It discusses his reforms in agriculture and land division, his interest in trade, and the influence of Western ideas. The video also covers diplomatic challenges, the creation of Hawaii's flag, and the transition of power to his son Liholiho, leading to future challenges with the arrival of missionaries.

What was the primary reason Kamehameha targeted O'ahu after securing Maui?

• To secure trade routes

• To defeat Kalanikūpule

• To establish a new capital

• To gather more weapons

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What law did Kamehameha enact to protect the rights of individuals?

• Law of the Warrior

• Law of the Sea

• Law of the Splintered Paddle

• Law of the Sacred Lands

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What was the primary focus of Kamehameha's reforms?

• Religious practices

• Economic stability

• Military expansion

• Educational development

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How did Kamehameha reform the land division system in Hawaii?

• By increasing land ownership

• By decentralizing power

• By promoting agricultural development

• By reducing parcel self-sufficiency

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How did Kamehameha ensure his political power remained unchallenged?

• By appointing loyal governors

• By frequent military campaigns

• By isolating Hawaii from foreign influences

• By diplomatic marriages

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What commodity was crucial to Kamehameha's trade with China?

• Sandalwood

• Coconuts

• Fish

• Sugar

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What was Kamehameha's response to the king of Kaua'i's submission?

• He accepted him as a vassal

• He exiled the king

• He executed him

• He imprisoned him

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What symbol was included in Hawaii's flag to declare neutrality?

• A palm tree

• A crescent moon

• A Union Jack

• A single star

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What action did Kamehameha take against the Russian fort in Honolulu?

• He allowed it to remain under Russian control

• He took it over for his own use

• He destroyed it completely

• He negotiated its purchase

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What major change occurred after Kamehameha's death?

• The kapu system was dismantled

• The kingdom expanded further

• Trade with foreign nations ceased

• The kapu system was strengthened

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