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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7, Little Brown Brothers.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Theodore Roosevelt is a student of Mahan's THE INFLUENCE OF SEA POWER ON HISTORY and desires to make the United States what?
(a) A mighty nation.
(b) A haughty nation.
(c) A pampered nation.
(d) A negligent nation.

2. During the mid 1800s, the American desire to become a world power and be taken seriously _____________.
(a) Begins.
(b) Shrinks.
(c) Ends.
(d) Grows.

3. What creates a harsh feudal system when it comes to land ownership and taxation?
(a) The "pobre" system.
(b) The "esclavitud" system.
(c) The "encomienda" system.
(d) The "Spaniard" system.

4. As Filipinos gain power and prestige, what happens to their relationship with Spain?
(a) It becomes more protective.
(b) It becomes friendlier.
(c) It becomes strained.
(d) It becomes stronger.

5. What takes off in Europe and creates a demand for a viable route to the Far East?
(a) Yoga and interest in Eastern religions.
(b) A desire for fine China.
(c) The Asian spice trade.
(d) The Black Death.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who have found their lives inexorably linked to the Philippines?

2. From where does the Spaniards' main threat come?

3. For how long does Spain keep the Philippines in a state of near suspended animation?

4. How do American commanders and troops retaliate?

5. The locals are supposed to be self-ruling, but in reality, who has total control?

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