Question

what was the first territory the united states acquired beyond the borders of its 48 contiguous states?
alaska.
guam.
hawaii.
the philippines.

Explanation:

Alaska was purchased by the United States from Russia in 1867, which makes it the first territory acquired outside the 48 contiguous states. Hawaii was annexed in 1898, while Guam and the Philippines were gained in 1898 as part of the Spanish-American War, all later than Alaska's acquisition.

Answer:

A. Alaska.