U.S. Imperialism in Latin America
What was the primary purpose of the Monroe Doctrine, announced in 1823?
A) To establish an open-door policy for trade with all European nations.
B) To declare war on Spain to gain control of its remaining colonies in the Americas.
C) To prevent European powers from creating new colonies or interfering in the affairs of independent nations in the Western Hemisphere.
D) To form a military alliance with Great Britain to protect against Russian expansion.
C) To prevent European powers from creating new colonies or interfering in the affairs of independent nations in the Western Hemisphere.
What is the central conflict in the short story "Gentleman of Rio en Medio"?
A) A legal dispute over property lines.
B) A conflict between the narrator and Don Anselmo's family.
C) The clash between modern, legalistic concepts of property ownership and traditional, cultural values.
D) A disagreement over the final price of the land.
C) The clash between modern, legalistic concepts of property ownership and traditional, cultural values.
On September 15, CNN 10 reported on a new technology for school buses. What was the main benefit of this new technology?
A) It allows buses to be flown like drones.
B) It makes the buses completely silent.
C) It makes the buses more environmentally friendly.
D) It converts the buses into trains.
C) It makes the buses more environmentally friendly.
Which two primary ingredients give cinnamon raisin bread its characteristic flavor and name?
A) Cinnamon and raisins
B) Nutmeg and walnuts
C) Cloves and cranberries
D) Sugar and oats
A) Cinnamon and raisins
Who put Humpty Dumpty together again in the traditional nursery rhyme?
A. The King's Men
B. The King's Horses
C. No one
D. Both A and B
C. No one
What is Manifest Destiny?
A) The belief that the United States was destined to expand its territory across the North American continent.
B) A political party advocating for limited government expansion.
C) A legal doctrine granting states the right to secede from the Union.
D) A scientific theory about continental drift.
A) The belief that the United States was destined to expand its territory across the North American continent.
Why does Don Anselmo initially refuse to accept more money than the agreed-upon price for his land?
A) He is insulted by the offer of more money.
B) He believes the original price is fair.
C) He is a man of his word and had already made an agreement in good faith.
D) He wants to make sure the buyers are honorable people first.
C) He is a man of his word and had already made an agreement in good faith.
A September 16 segment of CNN 10 featured Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny. What was the main economic impact of his concerts on the island?
A) He attracted a large number of tourists.
B) He created thousands of new jobs for his concert staff.
C) He funded the construction of a new music venue.
D) He donated all the concert proceeds to charity.
A) He attracted a large number of tourists.
What is the most common leavening agent used to make cinnamon raisin bread rise?
A) Baking soda
B) Baking powder
C) Yeast
D) Egg whites
C) Yeast
What gives eyes their color?
A. The pupil
B. The melanin
C. The cornea
D. The lens
B. The melanin
What is Big Stick Diplomacy?
A) A foreign policy of promoting human rights and democracy.
B) A strategy of using economic loans to influence other countries.
C) A foreign policy of negotiating peacefully while simultaneously threatening with military force.
D) A policy of isolationism and non-intervention in international affairs.
C) A foreign policy of negotiating peacefully while simultaneously threatening with military force.
After the sale is complete, what is the main issue that the new owners complain about?
A) The furniture was not included in the sale.
B) The children of the village continue to play on the land and climb the fruit trees.
C) The house is in need of repair.
D) Don Anselmo's family is still living on the property.
B) The children of the village continue to play on the land and climb the fruit trees.
According to the September 17 broadcast, a patient's vision was saved by a medical procedure. What did doctors use to help restore his eyesight?
A) A 3D-printed cornea.
B) A tooth from the patient's own mouth.
C) A donor eye from a living relative.
D) A miniature robotic surgical tool.
B) A tooth from the patient's own mouth.
The process of allowing the bread dough to rise before baking is called:
A) Kneading
B) Folding
C) Proofing
D) Resting
C) Proofing
he month of July was named after whom?
A. Julius Caesar
B. Juno
C. Jupiter
D. Julius Augustus
A. Julius Caesar
Which of the following best describes the Roosevelt Corollary to the Monroe Doctrine?
A) A policy stating that the United States would remain neutral in European conflicts.
B) A policy that encouraged European powers to colonize Latin American nations for economic gain.
C) A policy that allowed the United States to seize territories in the Caribbean and Pacific.
D) A policy asserting the right of the United States to intervene in the affairs of Latin American countries to stabilize them and prevent European intervention.
D) A policy asserting the right of the United States to intervene in the affairs of Latin American countries to stabilize them and prevent European intervention.
How does Don Anselmo resolve the problem of the children playing on the property?
A) He tells the children to stay away from the land.
B) He offers to buy the land back from the new owners.
C) He explains that he only sold the land, not the trees, which he had planted for each child in the village.
D) He threatens to sue the new owners for their disrespect.
C) He explains that he only sold the land, not the trees, which he had planted for each child in the village.
On September 18, CNN 10 covered a historic state visit by President Trump. Which country did he visit?
A) Japan
B) France
C) United Kingdom
D) Israel
C) United Kingdom
Cinnamon raisin bread is most commonly considered a popular choice for which meal or snack time?
A) Lunch
B) Dinner
C) Breakfast or a snack
D) A savory side dish
C) Breakfast or a snack
What does the McDonald's in New Delhi make their burgers with?
A. Beef
B. Chicken
C. Mutton
D. Chick peas
C. Mutton
Which of the following territories was acquired by the United States from Spain in the Treaty of Paris (1898)?
A) Alaska
B) Vietnam
C) Mexico
D) The Philippines
D) The Philippines
The character of Don Anselmo primarily represents what value?
A) Greed and opportunism
B) Respect for community and tradition
C) Modernity and progress
D) Selfishness and pride
B) Respect for community and tradition
The September 19 episode discussed the Autumnal Equinox. What does this astronomical event mark?
A) The longest day of the year.
B) The official start of spring.
C) The moment the sun is directly above the equator, marking the start of fall.
D) The shortest day of the year.
C) The moment the sun is directly above the equator, marking the start of fall.
What nutritional benefit do the raisins typically contribute to the bread?
A) A high source of protein
B) A source of iron
C) A low-calorie option
D) High amounts of Vitamin C
B) A source of iron
"Bright’s Disease" affects what part of the body?
A) Heart
B) Liver
C) Kidneys
D) Spleen
C) Kidneys