American Imperialism

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This foreign policy idea promotes staying out of world affairs.

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Isolationism

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This type of foreign policy encourages stronger nations to extend their influence over weaker ones.

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Imperialism

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How did the US acquire Alaska?

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Bought from Russia for 7.2 Million

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How did America annex Hawaii in 1898?

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Military and businessmen overthrew the Queen

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Why did the U.S. want to open trade with China? (Open Door Policy)

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The U.S. wanted access to Chinese markets because of their vast population.

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What was one of the reactions to the Open Door Policy in China?

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Boxer rebellion

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Why was the purchase of Alaska criticized at the time?

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It was seen as worthless.

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Why was the queen of Hawaii overthrown in 1893?

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She tried to limit the influence of foreigners

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When capturing the Philippine Islands, American forces suffered how many casualties?

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0

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Theodore Roosevelt commanded a cavalry unit in Cuba known as the

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Rough Riders