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D) An outdated concept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