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The Spanish-American War

Question 8 • MO-US History II A

Which of the following best describes how the Boxer Rebellion ended?

Answer
A
The Boxers negotiated a peace treaty with the empress of China.
B
The Boxers set up a government in Beijing and refused to trade with foreigners.
C
The Boxers took over the capital city and attacked foreign churches and businesses.
D
The Boxers were defeated by an international army, which allowed foreign occupation to continue.

Explanation

The Boxer Rebellion ended when troops from an international alliance defeated the Boxers and relieved the foreign forces besieged in Beijing. The Qing government then accepted terms that let foreign powers keep troops in China and maintain their influence. Therefore, the best choice is “The Boxers were defeated by an international army, which allowed foreign occupation to continue.”

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