American Imperialism (Basic)

This type of foreign policy encourages stronger nations to extend their influence over weaker ones.

• Imperialism

• Isolationism

• Globalization

• Communism

Why did America annex Hawaii in 1898?

• Beautiful beaches

• Sugar Cane plantations

• It's location in the Pacific Ocean

• Tourism

These types of exaggerated news stories helped push the U.S. into war with Spain.

• Blue Journalism

• Red Journalism

• Yellow Journalism

• Teal Journalism

Imperialism is __________.

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

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

• when weak nations join together to fight a strong nation

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

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

• End the Boxer Rebellion

• Ensure trading rights with China

• Win leaseholds in China

• Establish a sphere of influence

-USS Maine sinks

-Rough Riders aid the U.S. military in achieving victory

-United States acquires Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Philippines

The events above are related to which of the following?

• War of 1812

• Spanish American War

• Mexican American War

• French Revolution

Hawaii was an independent kingdom before the US annexed it.

• True

• False

Economic motives for imperialism include _________.

• 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

Which of the following was NOT a reason for imperialism?

• The imperial countries needed ports for their naval ships.

• The imperial countries wanted to spread religion.

• The imperial countries wanted to prohibit trade.

• The imperial countries sought resources and markets to trade.

True or False: I understand what imperialism is and could explain it if asked.

• True

• False