Dhsnjrotc Ns-2 Growth Of American Sea Power

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    1.      The Barbary States economy was based on    

    • Hard work and pride.
    • Piracy and tribute payments.
    • Credit.
    • Borrowed money and loans.
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Explore the early 19th-century growth of American naval power, focusing on key events and figures like Commodore Preble and the USS Philadelphia.

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    1.      In 1803, when Commodore Preble assembled his forces in the Moroccan port of Tangier, the Emperor of Morocco was impressed by Preble because of his    

    • Display of strength.

    • Disregard for pain.

    • Gentlemanly behavior.

    • Lack of harshness.

    Correct Answer
    A. Display of strength.
    Explanation
    The Emperor of Morocco was impressed by Commodore Preble because of his display of strength. This implies that Preble demonstrated power and might, which caught the attention and admiration of the Emperor. It suggests that Preble's show of force had a significant impact on the Emperor's perception of him.

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    1.      When the Bashaw of Tripoli refused to cooperate in the release of U.S. crewmen, Commodore Preble decided to    

    • Use force.

    • Stay put for awhile.

    • Call on France for assistance.

    • Bribe him.

    Correct Answer
    A. Use force.
    Explanation
    When the Bashaw of Tripoli refused to cooperate in the release of U.S. crewmen, Commodore Preble decided to use force. This means that he chose to employ military action or aggression to compel the Bashaw of Tripoli to cooperate.

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  • 4. 

    1.      Why did Commodore Preble want to destroy the USS Philadelphia?    

    • So Tripoli could not use her

    • It was full of holes and was sinking

    • France was ready to capture her crewmen

    • To protect the citizens on shore

    Correct Answer
    A. So Tripoli could not use her
    Explanation
    Commodore Preble wanted to destroy the USS Philadelphia so that Tripoli could not use it. By destroying the ship, Preble ensured that the enemy would not be able to make use of its resources or weapons against his own forces. This strategy would weaken Tripoli's naval power and give Preble an advantage in the ongoing conflict.

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  • 5. 

    1.      Who was the youngest man to reach the rank of captain in the short history of our Navy?    

    • Benjamin Stoddert

    • Stephen Decatur

    • John Barry

    • William Bainbridge

    Correct Answer
    A. Stephen Decatur
    Explanation
    Stephen Decatur was the youngest man to reach the rank of captain in the short history of our Navy. This means that he achieved the rank of captain at a younger age than any other person in the Navy's early years.

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  • 6. 

    1.      The name of the last ship left in the navy after the Revolutionary War was the USS    

    • Alliance.

    • Victory.

    • St. Louis.

    • Mitchell.

    Correct Answer
    A. Alliance.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Alliance. The question asks for the name of the last ship left in the navy after the Revolutionary War. The USS Alliance was a frigate that was built in 1777 and served in the Continental Navy during the war. It was one of the few ships that remained in service after the war ended. The USS Alliance continued to serve in the United States Navy until it was sold in 1785.

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  • 7. 

    1.      In 1803, Commodore Preble sent the USS Philadelphia to blockade the port of Tripoli.  What happened to this ship?    

    • The fuel supply became depleted.

    • Other ships joined the blockade.

    • It ran aground and was captured.

    • The USS Philadelphia was destroyed before it reached Tripoli.

    Correct Answer
    A. It ran aground and was captured.
    Explanation
    The USS Philadelphia ran aground and was captured.

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    1.      What was the name of the U.S. ship Commodore Preble sent to recapture or destroy USS Philadelphia?    

    • USS Williams

    • USS Revere

    • USS Washington

    • Intrepid

    Correct Answer
    A. Intrepid
    Explanation
    Commodore Preble sent the ship Intrepid to recapture or destroy the USS Philadelphia.

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  • 9. 

    1.      In 1804, Commodore Preble tried to convince the Bashaw of Tripoli to    

    • Give up the war.

    • Call a truce.

    • Surrender.

    • Release the U.S. crewmen.

    Correct Answer
    A. Release the U.S. crewmen.
    Explanation
    Commodore Preble's attempt to convince the Bashaw of Tripoli to release the U.S. crewmen suggests that the crewmen were being held captive by the Bashaw. This indicates that the U.S. crewmen were being unlawfully detained, and Commodore Preble wanted them to be freed.

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  • 10. 

    1.      The Bashaw of Tripoli agreed to a treaty that would release  captive U. S. crew-members and    

    • Leave innocent ships alone.

    • The requirement for tribute payments to Tripoli was eliminated.

    • Discontinue trade with France.

    • All of the above answers are correct.

    Correct Answer
    A. The requirement for tribute payments to Tripoli was eliminated.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "the requirement for tribute payments to Tripoli was eliminated." This is because the Bashaw of Tripoli agreed to a treaty that would release captive U.S. crew-members and also leave innocent ships alone. By eliminating the requirement for tribute payments, it signifies that the United States would no longer have to pay tribute to Tripoli in order to protect their ships and crews. This agreement was a significant development in the relations between the United States and Tripoli.

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  • 11. 

    1.      How many frigates did President Washington convince the U.S. Congress to build?    

    • Two

    • Four

    • Five

    • Three

    Correct Answer
    A. Three
    Explanation
    President Washington convinced the U.S. Congress to build three frigates.

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