Alaska History Questions and Answers Graded A+

Alaska History Questions and Answers Graded A+ Which of the following did NOT lead to Russia's decision to sell Alaska? Many Russian colonists were dying. Which of the following regions is most closely associated with Juneau? Panhandle of the Southeast Why is it especially important to know where the Legislative Information Offices (LIO) are during the second and third week of January? legislative sessions begin about this time every year Which of the following documents set the framework for an Alaskan government after Alaska was purchased by the American government? the District Organic Act Tongass and Chugach are examples of what? national forests Which of the following is true of traditional Eskimo hunting? The target of the hunt depended on the season. . What industry changed the face of Alaska due to new discoveries in the 1960s? oil Which European country was responsible for the largest percentage of Native Alaskan deaths due to colonization efforts? Russia Why did the Treaty of Cession specify that the money was to be paid in gold? because gold was a form of universal currency What does the Big Dipper represent on the Alaskan state flag? The Great Bear—it is a symbol of strength. Which of the following encompasses the idea that every state is responsible for its citizens but must still comply with federal law? federalism Native Alaskan resistance is an ongoing issue. Which is the best description for Native Alaskan resistance in general? peaceful resistance within established standards Which of the following does NOT represent how pre-historic Native Alaskans were "dynamic"? They altered traditional values. How were the women of the district period similar to each other? The majority of them entered various fields of employment. Which of the following laws or types of laws were passed with the plenary power given to Congress? The Marshall Trilogy The Nelson Act voting rights all of these Which region has the most temperate climate, officially called a maritime climate? southeastern Which of the following statements correctly describes the circumstances of Alaska becoming the forty-ninth state in the United States? It was a long process that required many things, including the President's approval.