Many factors contributed to the United States annexation of Hawaii in 1898.
In the 1800s, Christian missionaries came to
Hawaii. Many Hawaiian rulers converted to
Christianity. As a result, some traditional
native practices were banned, including
hula, storytelling, and native dress. Native
Hawaiians who wanted to retain their cultural
identity largely influenced the anti-annexation
movement of 1897–1898. Hawaiians who had
converted to Christianity supported the idea
of becoming a territory of the United States.
How did Christian missionaries influence Hawaii's culture?

A. They altered the traditional beliefs and
behaviors of the native people.

B. They blended old customs and folklore with
new religious practices.

C. They strengthened the authority of the ruling
aristocracy.

D. They promoted the preservation of native
autonomy.