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QuizMultiple Choice

Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander in the US

Question 1 • CA-Ethnic Studies

How did the US's nuclear testing in the Marshall Islands affect the local population?

Answer
A
It contributed to the modernization of medical facilities on the islands.
B
It led to economic prosperity.
C
It improved the islands' buildings and roads.
D
It caused environmental and health issues.

Explanation

Nuclear testing in the Marshall Islands exposed residents and their environment to radioactive fallout. This caused serious health problems and contaminated land and water, sometimes forcing people to leave their home islands. Therefore, the correct choice is D, “It caused environmental and health issues.”

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