Imperialism Big Review

What was the result of US Imperialism in the late 1800's and early 1900's?

• The US showed that it had the money and military to became a world power.

• The US went bankrupt.

• The US was unsuccessful and did not aquire any new territories.

• The people of the US were not supportive of imperialist policies. They revolted and forced the US to stop.

What is imperialism?

• When one country controls another country culturally, politically and econmically.

• When one country is allied with another country.

• When one country is at war with another country.

• all of these options

What was the biggest reason why the U.S. was involved in foregin affairs during the late 1800's and early 1900's?

• moral responsibility

• slavery

• to help people

• money/economic

An example of am economic motive for imperialism is _________.

• a desire to spread Christianity
• a need for military bases around the world
• a need for raw materials to be used in factories
• a desire to gain glory

For what reason did the US imperialize?

• to gain raw materials for industry
• to create military bases around the globe
• to develop markets to sell goods
• all of these

Why was the Panama Canal so essential to the growing strength of the United States?

• It made the slave trade move more easily from the Atlantic to the Pacific Ocean.

• It helped the United States take over Japan.
• It allowed the United States to transport navy and merchant ships between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.
• It made Panama a U.S. territory and eventually a state.

What does this map support?

• US fought the Spanish navy in Atlantic and Pacific
• Spanish-American War led to new US territories
• America became a colonial power in South America by surrounding it
• Panama Canal is critical to US trade

Which of the following reasons explains the justification that the US needed to spread of American culture?

• The US had to compete with European nations that already had many colonies/territories.

• The US thought it should spread christianity and democracy to "civilize" other places in the world.

• The United States had a need for more natural resources during the Second Industrial Revolution.

• The United States needed more markets to sell its goods to.

Which of the following is NOT one of the reasons/ideas behind imperialism? 

• Military Needs
• To isolate your country from the rest of the world. 
• Cultural Superiority 
• Economic benefits

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

• End the Boxer Rebellion

• Ensure U.S. trading rights with China

• Win leaseholds in China

• Establish a sphere of influence for the U.S.