Imperialism 2024

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What was the goal of American Imperialism?

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to expand influence and control over foreign territories.

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How did Alfred T Mahan believe the US could expand its global power?

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by building a strong navy and establishing overseas bases.

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How did the United States acquire Hawaii?

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The United States overthrew the Hawaiian monarchy and annexed the islands.

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How did Yellow Journalism cause the Spanish American War?

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Yellow Journalism incited public support for the war by sensationalizing events and blaming Spain for the USS Maine explosion.

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How did the Spanish American War contribute to American expansion?

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The war led to territorial acquisitions- Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Philippines.

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How did the Philippines War affect American attitudes toward Imperialism?

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The Philippines War increased skepticism and criticism of American imperialism.

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How did the United States justify imperialism?

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claiming assimilation improved the lives of the native people where the US expanded

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How has imperialism helped foreign nations?

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Imperialism has provided foreign nations with access to resources, markets, and infrastructure development.

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How did Roosevelt strengthen the United States's global influence?

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By promoting diplomacy, military strength, and economic influence in regions like the Caribbean and Panama.

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How did Wilson's Missionary Diplomacy differ from original imperial methods?

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Wilson's Missionary Diplomacy focused on spreading democracy instead of expanding territorial influence.