Imperialism and Empire Guided Notes Flashcard

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What is the definition of imperialism?

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A policy in which a stronger nation extends its control over a weaker territory.

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What were the motives for U.S. imperialism during the Age of Imperialism? Options: Manifest Destiny, desire for a strong military, competition for influence and prestige, need for cheap raw materials; New markets and natural resources, belief in cultural superiority, competition for influence and prestige, desire for a strong military; New markets and natural resources, belief in cultural superiority, need for a powerful navy, desire for social reform; Religious conversion, desire for cheap raw materials, belief in social reform, need for a powerful navy

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New markets and natural resources, belief in cultural superiority, competition for influence and prestige, desire for a strong military

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What was the nickname for the purchase of Alaska?

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Seward's Folly

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What were the advantages of acquiring Alaska and Hawaii?

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Opened up trade and markets in Asia, provided more resources to the U.S.

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What was the outcome of the Spanish-American War?

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Cuba gained independence, Puerto Rico and Guam were annexed by the U.S., the Philippines were sold to the U.S.

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What was the purpose of the Open Door Policy in China?

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To ensure equal trade opportunities for all countries in China

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What was the Boxer Rebellion in China?

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A nationalist movement against foreign interference in China.

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What was the outcome of the Boxer Rebellion?

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The Boxers were defeated by a coalition of eight nations

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What was the policy of Dollar Diplomacy?

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Using economic power to force countries into agreements beneficial to the U.S.

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What was the policy of Moral Diplomacy?

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Supporting countries with the same moral and political beliefs as the U.S.