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Contours of American History by William Appleman Williams
  • 1. What is the primary focus of Williams' argument in 'Contours of American History'?
A) American industrialization
B) American democracy
C) American isolationism
D) American expansionism
  • 2. In Williams' analysis, what does Manifest Destiny represent?
A) A call for independence
B) Justification for expansion
C) A policy of non-intervention
D) A movement for statehood
  • 3. According to Williams, the role of the United States in World War I was primarily motivated by what?
A) Allied solidarity
B) Economic interests
C) Territorial gain
D) Moral obligation
  • 4. How does Williams view the impact of the Monroe Doctrine?
A) As an effort to promote democracy
B) As a declaration of American dominance
C) As a symbol of isolationism
D) As a call for peace
  • 5. Williams critiques which ideology for shaping American foreign policy?
A) Communism
B) Socialism
C) Fascism
D) Capitalism
  • 6. In Williams' view, the ideology of American exceptionalism can lead to what?
A) Strengthened diplomatic ties
B) Increased global cooperation
C) Disregard for other nations
D) Enhanced cultural appreciation
  • 7. In 'Contours of American History', Williams addresses the concept of 'exceptionalism'. What does this refer to?
A) The belief in America’s unique role
B) America's cultural uniformity
C) America's economic deficiencies
D) America's political instability
  • 8. What role did imperialism play in Williams’ view of American history?
A) A central role
B) An outdated concept
C) A diminishing role
D) No significant role
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