Multiple choice general knowledge

Which American State was a colony of the Russians?

  1. Hawai

  2. Alaska

  3. Pouerto Rico

  4. California
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Alaska was Russian territory until the United States purchased it from Russia in 1867 for $7.2 million in what became known as the Alaska Purchase. Russia had established settlements in Alaska in the 18th century and maintained control until the sale. Hawaii was independent, Puerto Rico was Spanish, and California was part of Mexico until 1848.

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