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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 democracy
D) American isolationism
  • 2. In Williams' analysis, what does Manifest Destiny represent?
A) Justification for expansion
B) A policy of non-intervention
C) A movement for statehood
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) Economic interests
B) Allied solidarity
C) Moral obligation
D) Territorial gain
  • 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) Capitalism
C) Socialism
D) Communism
  • 6. In Williams' view, the ideology of American exceptionalism can lead to what?
A) Strengthened diplomatic ties
B) Disregard for other nations
C) Enhanced cultural appreciation
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) The belief in America’s unique role
D) America's economic deficiencies
  • 8. What role did imperialism play in Williams’ view of American history?
A) A central role
B) An outdated concept
C) No significant role
D) A diminishing role
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