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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 democracy
B) American industrialization
C) American expansionism
D) American isolationism
  • 2. In Williams' analysis, what does Manifest Destiny represent?
A) A policy of non-intervention
B) A movement for statehood
C) Justification for expansion
D) A call for independence
  • 3. According to Williams, the role of the United States in World War I was primarily motivated by what?
A) Moral obligation
B) Economic interests
C) Territorial gain
D) Allied solidarity
  • 4. How does Williams view the impact of the Monroe Doctrine?
A) As a declaration of American dominance
B) As an effort to promote democracy
C) As a call for peace
D) As a symbol of isolationism
  • 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) Enhanced cultural appreciation
C) Increased global cooperation
D) Disregard for other nations
  • 7. In 'Contours of American History', Williams addresses the concept of 'exceptionalism'. What does this refer to?
A) America's economic deficiencies
B) America's cultural uniformity
C) The belief in America’s unique role
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B) An outdated concept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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