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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The connection between the United States and _________________ is both long lasting and complex.
(a) France.
(b) The Philippines.
(c) Fiji.
(d) Japan.

2. What creates a harsh feudal system when it comes to land ownership and taxation?
(a) The "Spaniard" system.
(b) The "esclavitud" system.
(c) The "encomienda" system.
(d) The "pobre" system.

3. As military governor, how does MacArthur treat Taft?
(a) He is upset with Taft's authority but steps down.
(b) He refuses to step down or even recognize Taft's authority over him.
(c) He refuses to step down but does recognize Taft's authority.
(d) He shows taft a great deal of respect.

4. Where else do the Portuguese aggressively explore over the next ten years?
(a) Samaria, Chile, and even Argentina.
(b) Egypt, The Ivory Coast, and even Barbados.
(c) Sumatra, China, and even Japan.
(d) Ethiopia, India, and even Bermuda.

5. Theodore Roosevelt is a student of Mahan's THE INFLUENCE OF SEA POWER ON HISTORY and desires to make the United States what?
(a) A negligent nation.
(b) A mighty nation.
(c) A pampered nation.
(d) A haughty nation.

Short Answer Questions

1. In mid-1900, what hope is Aguinaldo still holding out?

2. Who have found their lives inexorably linked to the Philippines?

3. Of what does Taft recommend U.S. sponsorship?

4. What happens when Schurman presses McKinley for a cease-fire?

5. How does MacArthur compare to Taft when dealing with prisoners and non-combatant civilians?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe the beginning of the war.

2. Describe the religion in the Philippines under Spanish rule.

3. How do the Americans deal with guerrilla tactics?

4. Describe Magellan's voyage beginning in 1519.

5. Describe Ferdinand Magellan's early career as an explorer.

6. What good does General Otis do for the natives?

7. What happens within ten years of Legazpi's rule?

8. Describe Aguinaldo in mid-1900.

9. What is happening in the United States during this same time period?

10. What takes place when Cleveland is replaced by McKinley?

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