US History Module 15 questions and answers
with solutions
Queen Liliuokalani - ANSWER the Hawaiian queen who was forced out of power by a
revolution started by American business interests
Imperialism - ANSWER A policy in which a strong nation seeks to dominate other
countries politically, socially, and economically.
Alfred T. Mahan - ANSWER An author who argued in 1890 that the economic future of
the United States rested on new overseas markets protected by a larger navy. Wrote
"The Influence of Sea Power Upon History"
William Seward - ANSWER Secretary of State who was responsible for purchasing
Alaskan Territory from Russia. By purchasing Alaska, he expanded the territory of the
country at a reasonable price.
Pearl Harbor - ANSWER Base in Hawaii that was bombed by japan which eagered
America to enter the war.
Sanford B. Dole - ANSWER A famous lawyer and farmer who headed the effort to
remove Queen Liliuokalani from power with the U.S.
What is the policy of imperialism? - ANSWER the policy in which stronger nations
extend their economic, political, or military control over weaker territories
What were the major factors that contributed to the growth of American imperialism? -
ANSWER desire for military strength, thirst for new markets, and cultural superiority
Why was the purchase of Alaska significant? - ANSWER expanded the territory of the
country at a cheaper price
What groups were interested in increasing America's presence in Hawaii? Why? -
ANSWER White planters and American military leaders. To help the planters make
money and to control the islands for the navy.
How did Hawaii eventually come under the control of the United States? - ANSWER
Republic of Hawaii established
Jose Marti - ANSWER Cuban poet and journalist who organized a guerilla revolution
against Spain in 1895.
Valeriano Weyler - ANSWER Spanish general sent to Cuba to restore Spanish
dominance
with solutions
Queen Liliuokalani - ANSWER the Hawaiian queen who was forced out of power by a
revolution started by American business interests
Imperialism - ANSWER A policy in which a strong nation seeks to dominate other
countries politically, socially, and economically.
Alfred T. Mahan - ANSWER An author who argued in 1890 that the economic future of
the United States rested on new overseas markets protected by a larger navy. Wrote
"The Influence of Sea Power Upon History"
William Seward - ANSWER Secretary of State who was responsible for purchasing
Alaskan Territory from Russia. By purchasing Alaska, he expanded the territory of the
country at a reasonable price.
Pearl Harbor - ANSWER Base in Hawaii that was bombed by japan which eagered
America to enter the war.
Sanford B. Dole - ANSWER A famous lawyer and farmer who headed the effort to
remove Queen Liliuokalani from power with the U.S.
What is the policy of imperialism? - ANSWER the policy in which stronger nations
extend their economic, political, or military control over weaker territories
What were the major factors that contributed to the growth of American imperialism? -
ANSWER desire for military strength, thirst for new markets, and cultural superiority
Why was the purchase of Alaska significant? - ANSWER expanded the territory of the
country at a cheaper price
What groups were interested in increasing America's presence in Hawaii? Why? -
ANSWER White planters and American military leaders. To help the planters make
money and to control the islands for the navy.
How did Hawaii eventually come under the control of the United States? - ANSWER
Republic of Hawaii established
Jose Marti - ANSWER Cuban poet and journalist who organized a guerilla revolution
against Spain in 1895.
Valeriano Weyler - ANSWER Spanish general sent to Cuba to restore Spanish
dominance
