That Time an American Lawyer Took Over Nicaragua | The Life & Times of William Walker

That Time an American Lawyer Took Over Nicaragua | The Life & Times of William Walker

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William Walker, a young prodigy, sought purpose through various careers before turning to conquest. He attempted to establish control over parts of Mexico and later became involved in Nicaragua's civil war, installing a puppet government. Despite initial success, his actions angered powerful figures like Cornelius Vanderbilt, leading to his downfall. Walker's repeated attempts to regain power ultimately failed, resulting in his capture and execution.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What career did Walker's parents initially want him to pursue?

Journalism

Medicine

Priesthood

Law

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Walker's ultimate goal in life?

To establish a new religion

To be a famous journalist

To conquer Central America

To become a renowned lawyer

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Walker manage to avoid serious consequences after his trial in the US?

He had powerful friends in the government

He fled the country

He apologized and claimed he wanted to help the US

He bribed the jury

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action by Walker angered Cornelius Vanderbilt?

Walker invaded Vanderbilt's home

Walker insulted Vanderbilt publicly

Walker gave Nicaragua's railroad contract to someone else

Walker took over Vanderbilt's shipping company

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What desperate measure did Walker take during his retreat?

He poisoned water sources

He surrendered to the enemy

He burned down villages

He fled to another country

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Walker's final attempt to conquer Central America end?

He was captured and executed

He successfully established a new government

He was pardoned by the US

He retired peacefully

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Walker's fate after his capture by the British?

He was executed in Honduras

He was sent back to the US

He escaped and continued his conquests

He was imprisoned for life