Imperialism Flashcards

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A Volunteer cavalry unit in the Spanish American War

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Rough Riders

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Hawaii was annexed in 1898 during which war? Options: Spanish-American War, World War I, American Civil War, World War II

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Spanish-American War

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In 1946, which country did the US grant independence?

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Philippines

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What did President Roosevelt do in order to get the rights to build a canal in Panama at a lower price?

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Sent troops to support Panamanians in fight against Colombia

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A policy of trade in China without controlling territory

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Open Door Policy

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France tried to build ____ but stopped due to disease.

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Panama Canal

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What was built in order to facilitate trade between Atlantic and Pacific?

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The Panama Canal

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What increased US presence in Latin America?

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Roosevelt Corollary

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France, Britain, Russia carved out specific areas to trade

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Spheres of Influence

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when a country controls another country politically and/or economically, often against the will of the people of the country.

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Imperialism