Alaska Purchase and Its Impact

The video discusses the Alaska Purchase, highlighting its historical context, negotiations, and initial public perception. It explains the economic impact of the purchase, including the gold rush and Alaska's statehood. The cultural significance and celebrations of the purchase are also covered, concluding with a call to action to subscribe for more content.

What was the primary concern of Russian officials regarding Alaska in the mid-19th century?

• Potential British aggression

• The harsh climate of Alaska

• Overpopulation in Alaska

• Lack of natural resources

Who was the U.S. Secretary of State involved in the negotiations for the Alaska Purchase?

• William H. Seward

• Thomas Jefferson

• Alexander Hamilton

• James Madison

What was the initial public opinion of the Alaska Purchase?

• It was seen as a strategic military acquisition

• It was considered a waste of money

• It was celebrated as a great deal

• It was ignored by the public

How much did the United States pay for Alaska per acre?

• 10 cents

• 5 cents

• 1 cent

• 2 cents

What event in 1899 significantly changed public opinion about Alaska?

• A major earthquake

• Alaska becoming a state

• Gold rush

• Discovery of oil

When did Alaska achieve statehood?

• January 3, 1959

• July 4, 1776

• December 7, 1941

• October 18, 1867

What percentage of American oil extraction comes from Alaska?

• 75%

• 50%

• 25%

• 10%

What is the population of Alaska as mentioned in the video?

• 732,000

• 1 million

• 1.5 million

• 500,000

What is Seward's Day?

• A holiday celebrating Alaska's statehood

• A holiday marking the signing of the Alaska Purchase agreement

• A holiday celebrating the discovery of gold in Alaska

• A holiday commemorating the first settlement in Alaska

What concept does the Alaska Purchase exemplify in American history?

• Isolationism

• Manifest Destiny

• Neutrality

• Federalism