OP 6 Imperialism

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How did the writings of Alfred Thayer Mahan influence the United States?

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Mahan's writings led to the expansion of the U.S. Navy and a more assertive foreign policy.

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What were the economic reasons why people supported imperialism?

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Desire for new markets, access to raw materials, and profitable investments.

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What was the economic impact of the annexation of the Spanish territories for the United States?

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The annexation led to increased trade opportunities, resource access, and enhanced global economic influence.

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What was the Teller Amendment?

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The Teller Amendment was a U.S. congressional resolution asserting that the U.S. would not annex Cuba.

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What did Mark Twain accuse the United States of wanting to do to the Philippines?

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Mark Twain accused the United States of wanting to control the Philippines.

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Alfred Thayer Mahan supported moving the United States into a position of power by -
Options: Bolstering U.S. industrial output, Strengthening U.S. naval capacity, Improving relations with U.S. allies, Increasing funding for the U.S. Air Force

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Strengthening U.S. naval capacity

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Who was Alfred T. Mahan?

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He advocated overseas expansion and talked about the importance of naval power in an effort to become an imperial power

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Why did industrialists support U.S. imperialism?

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markets.

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Which statement would most likely be found in a history of the economic impact of the Spanish-American War on the United States?

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The acquisition of new territories allowed for the expansion of U.S. commercial trade.

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When the explosion of the USS Maine happened, many Americans blamed it on: Cuba, The Philippines, The Foraker Act, Spain

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Spain