Unit 3: Imperialism and Spanish-American War Worksheet

Front

What justified U.S. imperialism in the 1800s? Options: Stop Marxism, Build colonial empire, Spread anti-colonialism

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New markets and raw materials

Front

What was the historical significance of the 1898 eagle cartoon?

Back

U.S. expanded through imperialism

Front

What caused the Spanish-American War? Options: Panama Canal, Zimmerman Telegram, Sinking of USS Maine, Hawaii intervention

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Sinking of USS Maine

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Why was the Panama Canal a security benefit?

Back

Provided naval mobility

Front

Which phrase best completes this list of motivations for U.S. Imperialism? • Securing land for military bases • Spreading democratic ideals • ?

Back

Acquiring access to new markets

Front

Which statement best defines yellow journalism that contributed to the Spanish-American War? Options: Newspapers exaggerated details., Newspapers used foreign sources., Journalists collaborated on stories., Journalists used investigative reporting.

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Newspapers exaggerated details.

Front

What role did Florida play in the Spanish-American War?

Back

Rough Riders trained and launched from Tampa Bay.

Front

Which principle established that the United States has the right to act as the "policeman of the Western Hemisphere," and intervene in the internal affairs of Latin American nations?

Back

Roosevelt Corollary to the Monroe Doctrine

Front

How has the U.S. benefited economically from the Panama Canal?

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Efficient trade and exports.