Which of the Following Statements Accurately Describes the Role of Queen

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements accurately describes the role of Queen Liliuokalani in the interactions between the native Hawaiian population and Americans?

A) Americans living in Hawaii forced her to claim the Hawaiian throne and establish a monarchy.
B) Convinced it would benefit the economy, she welcomed American planters to Hawaii.
C) Most Hawaiians approved of American annexation, so she felt compelled to appease the Americans.
D) She opposed and attempted to restrict the growing political power of American planters in Hawaii.
E) She worked closely with U.S. ambassador John L. Stevens to transform Hawaii into a democratic nation.