The History of America's Interest in Greenland
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History
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9th - 10th Grade
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Hard
Jennifer Brown
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10 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the primary reason for the US's interest in Greenland in the 19th century?
To expand agricultural lands.
To outflank the British in Canada.
To find new sources of gold.
To establish a new colony.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the outcome of the 1910 proposal involving a land exchange for Greenland?
It was accepted by Germany.
It was made irrelevant by the Treaty of Versailles.
It was successfully implemented.
It led to a war with Denmark.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which explorer championed the idea of the US buying Greenland in the early 20th century?
Roald Amundsen
Robert Peary
Ernest Shackleton
Christopher Columbus
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was a key reason for the US's interest in Greenland during the early 20th century?
To mine for diamonds.
To secure Central America.
To use it as a hub for transpolar aviation.
To establish a new trade route.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the initial reaction to Donald Trump's proposal to buy Greenland in 2019?
It was immediately accepted.
It was dismissed as an absurd discussion.
It was met with laughter by Congress.
It was welcomed by Denmark.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which mineral found in Greenland was considered vital for the US war industry during World War II?
Gold
Cryolite
Iron
Copper
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the strategic importance of Greenland during the Cold War?
It was a major agricultural center.
It was a first line of defense against Soviet attacks.
It was a potential site for nuclear testing.
It was a hub for transpolar aviation.
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