The Annexation of Hawaii

The video explores Hawaii's history from its time as a sovereign kingdom to its annexation by the United States. It discusses the unification of the Hawaiian Islands under King Kamehameha, the influence of missionaries and the sugar industry, and the political changes leading to the Bayonet Constitution. The overthrow of Queen Lili'uokalani and the establishment of the Republic of Hawaii are detailed, culminating in the US annexation in 1898. The video highlights the impact on native Hawaiians and concludes with a call to action for viewers.

Which Hawaiian king united the islands into a single kingdom?

• King Lunalilo

• King Liholiho

• King Kalakaua

• King Kamehameha the Great

What was the primary interest of American and European missionaries in Hawaii initially?

• Conquering the islands

• Spreading Christianity

• Establishing trade routes

• Mining for gold

What was the Bayonet Constitution?

• A treaty with the US

• A constitution that increased the king's power

• A constitution that reduced the king's power

• A peace agreement with neighboring islands

Who succeeded King Kalakaua and attempted to restore the monarchy's power?

• Queen Lili'uokalani

• Queen Emma

• Queen Ka'ahumanu

• Queen Kapi'olani

What role did the US ambassador play in the overthrow of the Hawaiian monarchy?

• He opposed the coup

• He arranged for US troops to land in Honolulu

• He remained neutral

• He supported the monarchy

Who became the first president of the Republic of Hawaii?

• King Kalakaua

• John Stevens

• Peter C. Jones

• Sanford B. Dole

What was President Cleveland's stance on the annexation of Hawaii?

• He initiated it

• He was indifferent

• He objected on moral grounds

• He supported it

In what year was Hawaii officially annexed by the United States?

• 1900

• 1898

• 1895

• 1893

What was the impact of immigration on native Hawaiians after annexation?

• It led to their independence

• It had no impact

• It made them a minority

• It increased their population

When did Hawaii achieve statehood in the United States?

• 1959

• 1950

• 1965

• 1945