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Contours of American History by William Appleman Williams
Contributed by: Hatton
  • 1. What is the primary focus of Williams' argument in 'Contours of American History'?
A) American expansionism
B) American industrialization
C) American isolationism
D) American democracy
  • 2. In Williams' analysis, what does Manifest Destiny represent?
A) A movement for statehood
B) Justification for expansion
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) Allied solidarity
C) Territorial gain
D) Economic interests
  • 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 call for peace
D) As a symbol of isolationism
  • 5. Williams critiques which ideology for shaping American foreign policy?
A) Communism
B) Capitalism
C) Socialism
D) Fascism
  • 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) No significant role
C) An outdated concept
D) A diminishing role
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