Hawaii's Experience with Imperialism
Which of the following is not true about Hawaii and its experience with Imperialism?
A. Hawaii had the resource of sugar
B. Missionaries were first sent to Hawaii
C. Hawaii's queen was Queen Lili
D. Hawaii wanted to become apart of America
Answer:
Out of the given options, the statement 'Hawaii wanted to become apart of America' is not true about Hawaii and its experience with Imperialism.
Hawaii's annexation by the United States was driven by American business interests and political ambitions, rather than Hawaii's own desire to join America. Queen Lili'uokalani opposed the annexation and attempted to protect Hawaiian sovereignty, but she was overthrown by American businessmen and officials who wanted to control Hawaii's economic resources, such as sugar.
During the era of Imperialism, American missionaries were indeed the first to arrive in Hawaii, introducing Christianity and influencing the local culture and society. Hawaii's economy heavily relied on the cultivation of sugar, which attracted American planters and investors.