America World Power Flashcard 7-3

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The publication of the DeLome letter was extremely embarrassing to Spain, as its contents directly insulted who?

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William McKinley

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Roosevelt's "Rough Riders" were an American cavalry unit that were victorious in a key confrontation versus...

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the Spanish in Cuba

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Imperialism is __________.

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when a powerful nation takes control of the economy and government of a weaker nation

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Who wrote the book The Influence of Sea Power Upon History, arguing that a nation needed a large navy to protect trade ships & defend the right to trade?

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Alfred T. Mahan

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Yellow Journalism is....

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Exaggerated News Reports

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U.S. gains easier access to Pacific Ocean after building this.

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Panama Canal

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1898 military conflict that began with the explosion of the USS Maine in Havana, Cuba

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Spanish American War

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The USA controlled the Philippine Islands from 1902-1946.

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true

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What was one of the causes for the Spanish American War? Options: The Lomeli Letter, The Boxer Rebellion, The Explosion of the Maine, Valeriano's treatment of the Americans

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The Explosion of the Maine

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The Open Door policy was a statement of principles initiated by the United States in 1899 and 1900. It called for protection of equal privileges for all countries trading with this country.

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China