(A) they served as places to stop and refuel
(B) they made it easier to trade with Southeast Asia
(C) ** they served as a source of more workers for the large number of factories in the US
(D) they served as a military advantage in defending the US
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Concept note-1: -Hawaii was attractive to American imperialists for two reasons. First, its natural resources, especially sugar, could be exploited. Second, it was an ideal location for a naval base.
Concept note-2: -What were these Hawaiian citizens protesting? A The forced annexation of the islands as a U.S. territory after the overthrow of Hawaiian monarchy.
Concept note-3: -The arguments in favor of imperialism were economic benefits, military strength and national superiority.