Unit 5 Flashcard

Front

Which of the following was NOT a possession of Spain at the start of the Spanish American War? Philippines, Cuba, Puerto Rico, India

Back

India

Front

What was the type of journalism that exaggerates headlines, stories, and pictures to increase readership?

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yellow journalism

Front

What was the name of the American ship that exploded in the Havana Harbor; an event that is considered one of the main causes of the Spanish American War?

Back

USS Maine

Front

Which Amendment explained that the US had no intentions of annexing Cuba after the Spanish American War? Options: Cuban Annexation Amendment, Teller Amendment, Treaty of Paris, Treaty of Versailles

Back

Teller Amendment

Front

Territories gained as a result of the Spanish-American war include Puerto Rico, Guam and-

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Philippines

Front

What term describes building an empire by conquering other nations?

Back

Imperialism

Front

Which territory is STILL part of the United States TODAY? Options: Puerto Rico, Cuba, The Philippines, All of the Above

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Puerto Rico

Front

Taking over other smaller countries for our benefit

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Imperialism

Front

Economic motives for imperialism include _________.

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a need for raw materials to be used in factories

Front

What is anti-imperialism?

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to be against extending power over another country by force