History

Hughes

17 March, 21:25

In 1898 the United States annexed Hawaii. Which scenario BEST describes what the word 'annexed' means? A) Hawaii officially became the 50th state in the United States. B) Hawaii became fully controlled by the United States and lost all self-autonomy. C) Hawaii became a "favorite nations" ally of the United States and would be protected if attacked. D) Hawaii became a protectorate of the United States, and could control their own local economy, while the United States controlled Hawaii's international economy.