U.S. Imperialism

Front

What was NOT a territory acquired at the end of the Spanish American War? Guam, Texas, The Philippines, Puerto Rico

Back

Texas

Answer explanation

Texas gained it's independence at the end of the Texas War of Independence

Front

The Open Door Policy stated that

Back

China should open its markets and freely trade with the rest of the world

Answer explanation

The Open Door Policy ended the European Spheres of influence that had dominated China. Instead Chinese market would be open to everybody equally. This began a shift in US foreign policy to embracing free trade.

Front

What did the United States Navy need to expand their influence around the world?

Back

Naval Bases

Answer explanation

Naval Bases allowed the Navy to refuel and resupply anywhere in the world. The United States Navy was no longer tied to ports in the United States and could stay out overseas for much longer.

Front

Yellow Journalism is when

Back

Newspapers run exaggerated, emotional, and sensational stories

Answer explanation

The goal of Yellow Journalism is to run such outrageous headlines that readers are more likely to buy a newspaper.

Front

Who wanted the United States Navy to build a fleet large enough to protect trade around the world?

Back

Alfred T. Mahan

Answer explanation

1. Alfred T. Mahan was the head of the United States Naval War College. During his time there he penned a very influential book titled The Influence of Sea Power upon History in which he argues that a nation needs a large navy. He wanted the United States Navy to be large enough to protect American trade around the world.

Front

What was the incident that led the United States to declare war on Spain?

Back

The sinking of the U.S.S. Maine in Havana Harbor.

Answer explanation

On February 15, 1898, the U.S.S. Maine mysteriously exploded in Havana harbor. Yellow Journalists blamed the Spanish for the destruction of the Maine. In 1974 the United States Navy concluded the explosion was likely an accident.