American Imperialism

Front

What does the term imperialism refer to?

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A policy of extending a country’s power and influence through diplomacy or military force.

Front

Which of the following terms best describes the pride and commitment to one’s nation? Socialism, Social Darwinism, Nationalism, Jingoism

Back

Nationalism

Front

The belief that the United States was destined to control the continent from the Atlantic to the Pacific is best described as _________________.

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Manifest Destiny

Front

The _______________ was a foreign policy statement issued in 1823 stating that the U.S. would oppose any intervention by European nations to control nations in the Western Hemisphere.

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Monroe Doctrine

Front

Why was Cuba considered the most logical imperialist choice for America?

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The Cuban people had already been in a rebellion against Spanish rule.

Front

Hostility towards Spain increased as Americans were persuaded by _____________, which is a style of newspaper reporting that emphasizes sensational news.

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Yellow Journalism

Front

Prior to the Spanish-American War, William R. Hearst published a letter known as the _______________ written by the Spanish minister to the U.S. which was insulting to President McKinley.

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de Lome letter

Front

Leading up to the Spanish-American War, the sudden explosion of the _____________ off of the coast of Cuba led Americans to believe that  _______________ was to blame, despite there being no concrete evidence.

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U.S.S. Maine; Spain

Front

The most well-known battle of the Spanish-American War took place in Cuba at _____________.

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San Juan Hill

Front

The _______________ was a volunteer regiment that served during the Spanish-American War and was organized by future president ______________ .

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Rough Riders; Theodore Roosevelt