Imperialism Test Review

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What is the definition of imperialism?

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Policy of extending a country's power and influence over other territories.

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Which of the following is a reason for imperialism?
Options:
To reduce military spending.
To expand markets for goods.
To promote cultural exchange.
To decrease national power.

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To expand markets for goods.

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What was the belief behind Manifest Destiny?

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The United States was destined to expand across North America.

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Why was Alaska valued after its annexation?

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It was rich in resources like gold and oil.

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What was one of the reasons for the annexation of Hawaii? Options: Economic importance of sugar and pineapples, Discovery of gold, Oil reserves, Tourism potential

Back

Economic importance of sugar and pineapples

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What was a major impact of the annexation of Hawaii?

Back

Loss of sovereignty

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What was one reason for the construction of the Panama Canal?

Back

Faster US Navy movement between coasts

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Which country did the United States acquire Alaska from in 1867?

Back

Russia

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What is a phrase that can be used to explain the reasons why the U.S. wanted to expand and imperialize?

Back

more land = more money = more power

Front

What was the main purpose of building the Panama Canal?

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shorten the time traveling from Atlantic to Pacific