Which of the following is not a cause of the Spanish- American war?

American support of the Spanish

American economic interests in Cuba

The explosion of the U.S.S Maine

Imperialism is __________.

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

when a powerful nation uses its resources to help a weaker nation

when a weaker nation invites a powerful nation to help it industrialize

when weak nations join together to fight a strong nation

was used to argue some races and nations are naturally superior to others

was used by Anti-Imperialists to promote imperialism

was used to defend a policy of neutrality and isolationism

was promoted by Frederick Jackson Turner

Americans were concerned about the events in Cuba because:

American lives were at risk there

American economic investments were being threatened

American plantations were being destroyed by rebel forces

Why did Americans in Hawaii want to be annexed by the United States?

Annexation had trade advantages for the American sugar growers in Hawaii.

Queen Liluokalani was persecuting American sugar growers.

Laws forced Americans to return land to the Hawaiian government.

During the late nineteenth century, many anti-imperialists worried that imperialism might threaten United States democratic values by.

violating fundamental rights, such as self-government

opening more doors of diplomacy

considering the needs of native peoples

establishing protection for weaker countries

What did Filipinos believe when they were fighting alongside American soldiers?

They believed that they were fighting for their Independence.

They believed that the United States would be a kinder ruler than Spain.

They believed that they would become a U.S. colony.

They believed that the U.S. would protect them from Japan.

The Roosevelt Corollary to the Monroe Doctrine did which of the following?

Declared the United States to be the “policeman” of the Western Hemisphere.

Prohibited United States intervention in the Caribbean.

Warned against European seizure of the Panama Canal.

Provided United States military support for democratic revolutions in Latin America.

Why did United States business interests favor overseas expansion in the late 1800's?

to acquire new markets and sources of raw materials

to establish a commonwealth of colonies

to establish military bases around the world

to spread democratic ideals to other areas of the world

For what geographic reason was a canal built in Panama?

It was the narrowest part of Latin America, so the canal would be shorter.

It was the closest Latin American country to major US port cities.

It had a naval base so US battleships could easily protect it.

It was the only country that did not require US troop intervention.

Which of the following definitions best defines imperialism?

Imperialism is the establishing of colonies in foreign lands to economically benefit the “mother” country.

Imperialism is the taking over of western lands due to feelings of nationalism and racism.

Imperialism is a feeling of great loyalty and love for one’s country.

Imperialism is the passage of laws designed to protect the rights of citizens of the “mother” country while they transact business in foreign colonies.

The poem, The White Man's Burden, by Rudyard Kipling, represents the belief that European culture was _______.

the oldest culture in the world

a replica of Ancient Greek culture

What was the purpose of the Open Door Policy in China?

Ensure trading rights with China

Establish a sphere of influence

The USS Maine was sent to

Ensure American Interests in Cuba

Expansion of the United States After the Civil War •Alaska is purchased in 1867. •Hawaii is annexed in 1898. •Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Philippines are acquired in 1898. Which goal of the United States was advanced by the actions on the list?

securing territories in strategic positions

establishing an industrial workforce

g aining advantages over industrial competitors

increasing government revenue through tariffs

What did actions such as U.S. involvement in the Spanish-American War, the acquisition of Hawaii and introduction of the Open Door policy in China all promote?

to gain overseas markets and sources of raw materials

t o establish military alliances with other nations

to begin the policy of manifest destiny

to support isolationist forces in Congress

". . . But, today, we are raising more than we can consume, making more than we can use. Therefore we must find new markets for our produce." —“The March of the Flag,” Senator Albert Beveridge, 1898. Which statement supports the concern in this excerpt?

Economic expansion is needed to keep the industrial market growing.

Commercial agriculture is unable to meet the demands of the global market.

Rapid industrialization causes economic markets to expand too quickly.

Increased inflation causes instability in foreign economic markets.

Which best reflects the belief of President Theodore Roosevelt's position toward Latin American countries?

intervention when American business interests were threatened

non-involvement in world affairs

the sovereign rights of all nations

the need for European interference in the Western Hemisphere

Developments in the U. S. in the Late 19th Century • Strong national government • Immigration provided inexpensive labor • Rapid economic and industrial growth How did these developments affect the United States?

The United States expanded territorial claims to secure natural resources.

The United States sent aid to struggling nations.

Population growth led to an increase in family farms.

Economic prosperity led to decreases in labor union membership.

In March 1901, the United States Congress approved an agreement with Cuba in which the Cuban government consented “that the United States may exercise the right to intervene for the preservation of Cuban independence, the maintenance of a government adequate for the protection of life, property, and individual liberty, and for discharging the obligations with respect to Cuba imposed by the treaty of Paris on the United States, now to be assumed and undertaken by the government of Cuba.” This passage describes what agreement approved by the United States Congress?

the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo

Which conclusion is BEST supported by the events in this list? Events of the Spanish-American War, 1898 • April 25 — United States declared war on Spain • May 1 — U.S. Commodore George Dewey’s force defeated the Spanish in Manila Bay • June 3 — The U.S. president sought control of other islands in tactical locations • June 14 — McKinley administration decided not to return control of the Philippine Islands to Spain

The United States planned to gain strategic territory in the Pacific.

The United States sought economic treaties with European countries.

The Filipino people gained independence from foreign control.

The Filipino people encouraged foreign business investments.

American Imperialism Quiz

34 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Yellow Journalists were:

writers who exposed period problems in hopes of achieving reform

writers who wrote in yellow to bring attention to Spanish abuses

newspaper reporters and illustrators who exaggerated stories in order to sell newspapers and fuel a war with Spain

writers who opposed American imperialism and aimed to keep America neutral

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Which country was granted independence in the Treaty of Paris of 1898?

Guam

Cuba

Philippines

Puerto Rico

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What was the biggest reason why the U.S. was involved in foregin affairs during this time?

responsibility

slavery

to help people

money/economic

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What was Roosevelt's policy called?

dollar diplomacy

Speak softly, carry a big stick policy

sphere of influence

Pan-Americanism

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What was an area where a foreign nation controlled economic development?

sphere of influence

Pan-Americanism

protectorate

dollar diplomacy

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Which territory did the United States NOT gain direct control of after the Spanish-American War?

Puerto Rico

Cuba

Philippines

Guam

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

The passing of what piece of United States legislation sparked the Boxer Rebellion?

the Emancipation Proclamation

the Monroe Doctrine

the Open Door Policy

the Quota System

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American Imperialism

Yellow Journalists were:

Which country was granted independence in the Treaty of Paris of 1898?

What was the biggest reason why the U.S. was involved in foregin affairs during this time?

What was Roosevelt's policy called?

What was an area where a foreign nation controlled economic development?

Which territory did the United States NOT gain direct control of after the Spanish-American War?

The passing of what piece of United States legislation sparked the Boxer Rebellion?

Which of the following is not a cause of the Spanish- American war?

Imperialism is __________.

Which nation had denied the U.S. the ability to build the Panama Canal?

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