As a result of the Spanish- American War, the US became a political power in --

the Philippines, Guam, and Puerto Rico

Which was a leading cause of the U.S. acquiring new territories around the world?

To eventually take over the world

to have more land for it's residents to live

To His Excellency William McKinley, President, and the Senate, of the United States of America . . .We, the undersigned, native Hawaiian citizens . . . who are members of the Hawaiian Patriotic League of the Hawaiian Islands, and others who are in sympathy with the said League, earnestly protest against the . . . [addition] of the said Hawaiian Islands to the said United States of America in any form or shape.— Petition, 1897 What were these Hawaiian citizens protesting?

The forced annexation of the islands as a U.S. territory after the overthrow of the Hawaiian monarchy

The classification of the islands as a protectorate after the Hawaiian government signed a treaty with the United States

The granting of U.S. statehood to the islands after they were purchased from the Hawaiian monarch

The colonization of the islands by political refugees from the United States

How did these events affect the United States?

They helped establish the United States as an imperial power similar to European nations.

They increased public support for cuts in U.S. defense spending.

They prompted the end of Dollar Diplomacy in Latin America.

They set a precedent of including territorial acquisitions in settlements.

The era of U.S. expansion was characterized by which of the following events?

Acquisition of Hawaii, Spanish American War, Open Door Policy

Acquisition of Hawaii, Interstate Commerce Act ,Spanish American War

Acquisition of Hawaii, Acquisition of Japan , Spanish American War

Acquisition of Hawaii, Spanish American War, Social Gospel Movement

How did the actions of Alfred Thayer Mahan help to move the United States into a position of world power?

He authored books demonstrating the importance of obtaining colonies for naval bases, increasing overseas trade and building a canal in Central America

He was awarded the Nobel Peace prize for his public crusade to condemn Spain on humanitarian grounds for its treatment of the Cuban rebels

As the Secretary of State during the Spanish-American War he persuaded President McKinley to annex territories from Spain

He led the American sugar and plantation owners who seized power in Hawaii and asked to be annexed to the United States

The creator of this cartoon was expressing his/her concerns about-

President McKinley and the U.S. Senate pushed through the annexation of Hawaii despite popular opposition in Hawaii and the United States

President McKinley would have preferred to let Hawaii remain independent

The annexation of Hawaii was popular with most Americans and Hawaiians

Most Hawaiians would have preferred to be annexed by Japan rather than by the United States

After observing how the European great powers had carved out “spheres of influence” in China, U.S. Secretary of State Hays proposed that the United States –

should enjoy equal trading rights with other foreign nations in China.

help the Boxers to overthrow foreign influence in China

help China to recover all those lands taken by European powers

blockade all Chinese ports if it was not given control of Hong Kong

Spanish American War-----> EFFECTS? What were the effects of the Spanish American War ?

Annexation of overseas territories leads to increased trade with East Asia and Caribbean

Extraordinary wartime expenses lead to increased taxation, a decline in trade, and an economic Recession

Loss of U.S. overseas territories to Spain leads to a decline in American foreign trade

War with Spain leads to an economic boycott of the United States by other European powers

The acronym M.A.I.N. stands for...

Militarism, Alliances, Imperialism, Nationalism

Militarism, Alliances, Industrialism, Nationalism

Militarism, Activism, Imperialism, Nationalism

Militarism, Alliances, Imperialism, Neutralism

Which of the following is NOT a reason why the United States entered the war?

The Allied Powers promised the U.S. territorial gains if they joined.

Britain intercepted a telegram in which Germany sought an alliance with Mexico.

The Lusitania was sunk by German U-boats, killing 128 Americans.

The United States wanted to end the war to reestablish peace.

Prior to 1917, the policy of the U.S. can be best described by which of the following terms

neutral, but extensively traded with the Allied Powers

neutral, but extensively traded with the Central Powers

complete neutrality with no involvement on either side.

What are the name of the acts that made it illegal to criticize the U.S. involvement in the war or encourage draft resisters

Treaty of Versailles and the Fourteen Points

the Yalta Agreement and the Treaty of Versailles

The Espionage Act and the Fourteen Points

World War I left millions dead, and even millions more wounded. Which of the following best describes the reason for so many casualties never seen in prior wars?

it was the first war to feature modern machinery

better military leaders served in World War

it was the first war to feature gunpowder

less sanitary conditions existed for the troops

Which best reflects the U.S. position at the start of WWI?

Neutral, but maintained the right to trade with nations at war

U.S. trade with the Allied Powers increased by 400%. How did Germany react to this?

Germany used unrestricted submarine warfare against ships bringing goods to the allies

Germany employed a naval blockade of the coast of France

Germany employed a naval blockade of the coast of Britain

Germany employed a naval blockade of France and Britain

How did U.S. banks involvement with the war give us a stake in the war's outcome?

Banks loaned money to the Allies, so we hoped they won

Banks loaned money to both sides, so we hoped no one country would dominate the war

Banks loaned money to the Central Powers, so we hoped they won

What are the name of the acts that made it illegal to criticize the U.S. involvement in the war or encourage draft resisters

Treaty of Versailles and the Fourteen Points

the Yalta Agreement and the Treaty of Versailles

The Espionage Act and the Fourteen Points

President Woodrow Wilson believed that if the victorious nations forced peace terms on the defeated nations after WWI

there would be no permanent peace

the victorious nations would gain valuable new territory

the defeated nations would lose territories they deserved to lose

a permanent peace would be obtained

Which concerns led some in the US Senate to decline the ratification of the Treaty of Versailles and the Covenant for the League of Nations?

The treaties would involve the US in entangling alliances

The treaties accepted the communist government in Russia

The treaties leveled heavy reparations and taxes on the US

The treaties changed the boundaries of existing countries in Europe

Which of the following was a punishment put on Germany by the Treaty of Versailles? Click all that apply

Made them get rid of some of their territory

Made them decrease their military

Made them pay billions in reparations

Made them increase their military for protection

President Wilson's fourteen points

initiated U.S. involvement in World War I

made Germany to accept blame for the war

What is the Treaty of Versailles?

A treaty with Germany that made Germany responsible for the war.

A peace settlement for the countries that were defeated.

An alliance between Great Britain, France, and the United States.

A treaty with Austria since they started the war.

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