6.3.a American Imperialism

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Multiple Choice

What was the primary reason for the U.S. to maintain control over Puerto Rico after the Spanish-American War? 

• To promote independence for Puerto Ricans

• To use it as a strategic location for future military operations 

• To establish a permanent military base

• To encourage agricultural development 

Multiple Choice

The Platt Amendment significantly impacted Cuba's sovereignty by allowing the U.S. to: 

• Establish a permanent military presence without restrictions 

• Intervene in Cuban affairs when deemed necessary 

• Control Cuban trade with other nations 

•  Dictate Cuba's foreign policy decisions 

Multiple Choice

 What tactics did Emilio Aguinaldo and the Filipino rebels employ in their fight against U.S. annexation? 

• Traditional warfare 

• Guerrilla tactics 

• Diplomatic negotiations 

• Peaceful protests

Multiple Choice

The Boxer Rebellion in China was primarily a response to:

• The establishment of the Open Door Policy 

•  The economic exploitation by foreign powers 

• The U.S. military presence in the region

• The desire for greater trade agreements 

Multiple Choice

How did the U.S. justify its intervention in foreign markets according to the New American Imperialist Policy?  

• By claiming a moral obligation to spread democracy

• By emphasizing the need to protect American exports

• By asserting military dominance over weaker nations

• By promoting cultural exchange and understanding

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The U.S. government's actions in the Philippines after the Treaty of Paris can best be described as:

• Supportive and nurturing towards Filipino culture 

• Similar to the oppressive rule previously imposed by Spain 

• Focused on establishing a democratic government

• Aimed at providing humanitarian aid

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The anti-imperialist sentiments expressed by figures like Grover Cleveland and Mark Twain primarily centered around the belief that: 

• Imperialism would strengthen the U.S. economy 

• It was unjust to rule over people without their consent

• Expansion was essential for national security

• The U.S. should focus on domestic issues instead 

Multiple Choice

The Open Door Policy proposed by John Hay aimed to: 

•  Establish a monopoly on trade with China

• Ensure equal trading rights among all foreign powers in China

• Limit foreign influence in Chinese affairs

• Encourage China to adopt Western economic practices

Multiple Choice

What was one of the primary causes of American imperialism in the late 19th century?

• To spread democracy

• 
  To establish peace

• To find new markets for American products

• To explore new lands

Multiple Choice

Which territory did the U.S. annex in 1898 that later became a state in 1959?

• Philippines

• 
  Puerto Rico

• Guam

• 
  Hawaii

Multiple Choice

What was the main reason behind the U.S. involvement in the Spanish-American War according to President McKinley?

• To protect American peace of mind and end economic uncertainty

• 
  To spread American culture

• To support Spanish rule

• To gain new territories

Multiple Choice

What was the outcome of the Philippine-American War?

• 
  The war ended with a peace treaty

• The U.S. established control over the Philippines

• 
  The U.S. withdrew from the Philippines

• The Philippines gained independence