Do You Know Your Modern Hawaiian History?

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A fun quiz that tests your knowledge of Hawaii. It is designed to see how well you know the history of Hawaii from 1850 to 2000.

Questions and Answers

1.

Who was the last monarch of Hawaii?
- A.
  
  King Kalakaua
- B.
  
  Queen Liliuokalani
- C.
  
  IDK
Correct Answer
B. Queen Liliuokalani

Explanation
Queen Liliuokalani was the last monarch of Hawaii. She ascended to the throne in 1891 after the death of her brother, King Kalakaua. However, her reign was short-lived as she was overthrown in 1893 by a group of American businessmen and politicians. The overthrow led to the annexation of Hawaii by the United States in 1898. Queen Liliuokalani's reign marked the end of the Hawaiian monarchy and the beginning of a new era for the islands under American control.

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2.

In what year was the last monarch of Hawaii overthrown?
- A.
  
  1893
- B.
  
  2012
- C.
  
  1941
Correct Answer
A. 1893

Explanation
In 1893, the last monarch of Hawaii was overthrown. This event marked the end of the Hawaiian monarchy and the beginning of American influence in the islands. The overthrow was led by a group of American businessmen and politicians who were dissatisfied with Queen Liliuokalani's attempts to regain power and restore the monarchy's authority. The overthrow ultimately led to the annexation of Hawaii by the United States in 1898.

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3.

True or False. The US government directly overthrew the Hawaiian Monarchy and took over Hawaii.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
The US government did not directly overthrow the Hawaiian Monarchy and take over Hawaii. In 1893, a group of American businessmen and sugar planters, with the support of the US military, orchestrated the overthrow of the Hawaiian Queen Liliuokalani. The US government initially did not intervene, but later annexed Hawaii in 1898 through a joint resolution of Congress. Therefore, while the US government played a role in the overthrow and eventual annexation, it was not a direct action.

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4.

What famous case involving 6 young men and a Navy wife, drew national attention?
- A.
  
  Massie Case
- B.
  
  John Doe vs. Kamehameha
- C.
  
  Rice vs. Cayetano
Correct Answer
A. Massie Case

Explanation
The Massie Case refers to a famous criminal trial that occurred in Hawaii in the 1930s. It involved the rape and murder of a Navy wife, Thalia Massie, and the subsequent trial of six young men who were accused of the crime. The case gained national attention due to its racial and social implications, as the accused were all of non-white ethnicity while the victim was white. The trial highlighted issues of race, class, and justice, and sparked debates about the treatment of minorities in the criminal justice system.

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5.

Which of the following is false about the WWII?
- A.
  
  Japanese in Hawaii were interned and sent to the Continental US
- B.
  
  Japanese immigrants sabotaged american equipment prior to Pearl Harbor
- C.
  
  Japan attacked Pearl Harbor on December 11th
- D.
  
  Most of the people in Hawaii had ties to Japan
- E.
  
  Japan invaded Hawaii on Dec 7th
- F.
  
  Most Japanese refused to serve in the military
- G.
  
  The 442nd RCT was highly decorated
- H.
  
  Pearl Harbor was a major air force base
Correct Answer(s)
A. Japanese in Hawaii were interned and sent to the Continental US
B. Japanese immigrants sabotaged american equipment prior to Pearl Harbor
C. Japan attacked Pearl Harbor on December 11th
E. Japan invaded Hawaii on Dec 7th
F. Most Japanese refused to serve in the military
H. Pearl Harbor was a major air force base

Explanation
The false statement about WWII is that Japanese in Hawaii were interned and sent to the Continental US, Japanese immigrants sabotaged American equipment prior to Pearl Harbor, Japan attacked Pearl Harbor on December 11th, Japan invaded Hawaii on Dec 7th, Most Japanese refused to serve in the military, and Pearl Harbor was a major air force base.

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Do You Know Your Modern Hawaiian History?

Who was the last monarch of Hawaii?

In what year was the last monarch of Hawaii overthrown?

True or False. The US government directly overthrew the Hawaiian Monarchy and took over Hawaii.

What famous case involving 6 young men and a Navy wife, drew national attention?

Which of the following is false about the WWII?