Spanish american War-Imperialism (Topic 4)

Which factor is most closely associated with the decision of the United States to declare war on Spain in 1898?

• Isolationist Policy

• Yellow journalism

• Labor union pressure

• Unrestricted submarine warfare

The timeline below shows events in U.S. history between 1898 and 1904.

Based on the timeline, which conclusion can be made about American policy in these years?

• Americans took new steps because they feared attacks by foreign powers.

• Colonial peoples welcomed American leadership to develop their economies.

• American imperialists triumphed over those opposing the annexation of overseas territories.

• Congressional leaders overcame the reluctance of U.S. Presidents to acquire overseas possessions.

The quote below is from Theodore Roosevelt.

"I took the Canal and let Congress debate." - President Theodore Roosevelt

What does this quotation demonstrate?

• An effort by a president to maintain a policy of isolationism

• A decline in the use of militarism as a defense policy

• An increased reliance on the legislative process

• A presidential action that achieved a foreign policy objective

The cartoon below was published in Life magazine in 1899.

Which statement would the person who created the cartoon above most likely agree with?

• Imperialism is a positive thing for the world

• Imperialism is a negative thing for the world

• Imperialism unfairly burdens white men

• Imperialism is dangerous to the United States

The photograph was taken during the early 20th century.

The Great White fleet pictured above illustrates which foreign policy of the United States?

• Dollar diplomacy

• Big Stick Policy

• Isolationism

• Open Door Policy