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Why didn't America take over Hawaii after the revolt? Why wasn't the Queen restored to her throne?

A) International pressure - Concerns about violating sovereignty
B) Lack of interest - Focus on other global issues
C) Fear of retaliation - Unwillingness to engage in conflict
D) Support for the new government - Acknowledgment of local governance

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Final answer:

America did not take over Hawaii after the revolt due to international pressure, lack of interest, fear of retaliation, and support for the new government.

Step-by-step explanation:

After the revolt in 1893, America did not take over Hawaii due to a combination of factors:

  1. International pressure: Concerns about violating sovereignty led to hesitance in annexing Hawaii.
  2. Lack of interest: America had a focus on other global issues at the time.
  3. Fear of retaliation: A conflict between America and Hawaii could have resulted in retaliation from other foreign powers.
  4. Support for the new government: The provisional government that was established after the revolt had support and acknowledgment from the US, recognizing local governance.

As a result, America did not take over Hawaii and the Queen was not restored to her throne.

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