STUDY REVIEW US BECOMES A WORLD POWER US HISTORY

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In 1898, the United States declared war on Spain primarily to support which group of people seeking independence?

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Cubans

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What factor contributed significantly to the U.S. decision to engage in the Spanish-American War? Options: A. The U.S. wanted to expand its territory in Europe. B. The U.S. sought to protect its economic interests in Asia. C. Sensationalist journalism swayed public opinion. D. The U.S. was directly attacked by Spanish forces.

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Sensationalist journalism swayed public opinion.

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How did the United States benefit from its territorial expansion and the construction of the Panama Canal in terms of military strategy?

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By enhancing its naval capabilities through new shipping routes and refueling stations.

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In what way could the United States' involvement in the Spanish-American War be seen as contradictory to its stated principles? Options: The United States claimed to support Cuban independence but then imposed its own control over the island after the war. The United States criticized Spain for its colonial practices but then annexed territories like Puerto Rico and the Philippines. The United States promised to protect the sovereignty of Latin American nations but then allowed European powers to intervene. The United States condemned Spain's military actions but then used similar tactics in its own military campaigns.

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The United States criticized Spain for its colonial practices but then annexed territories like Puerto Rico and the Philippines.

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Why did the United States deploy naval forces to Panama in the early 20th century?

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to support Panama's separation from Colombia

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Analyze the 1899 political cartoon depicting President William McKinley. What policy does the cartoon suggest McKinley should pursue following the Spanish-American War? Options: Promoting democracy in Asia through military intervention, Establishing trade agreements with European nations, Expanding American influence in Latin America, Forming alliances with African countries.

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Expanding American influence in Latin America.

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What strategic advantage did the construction of the Panama Canal provide to the United States under President Theodore Roosevelt?

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It enabled faster movement of military ships between the two oceans.

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How did the construction of the Panama Canal impact US foreign policy?

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It increased US influence and intervention in Central American countries.

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Examine the 1903 political cartoon featuring President Theodore Roosevelt. Which significant project is being referenced?

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the construction of the Panama Canal

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How did President Woodrow Wilson's approach to foreign policy in Latin America contrast with Theodore Roosevelt's big stick diplomacy?

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Both presidents frequently used military intervention to achieve their objectives.