Unit 4 Exam Review

Why was the United States less concerned with developing extractive economies than European empires were?

• The United States could import raw materials to stimulate the domestic economy.

• The United States government discouraged the development of extractive economies.

• The United States already had a significant supply of raw materials for manufacturing.

• The United States faced a shortage of manufactured goods because of trade deficits.

What impact did Matthew Perry have on American foreign relations?

• He expanded the U.S. presence in the Pacific by purchasing Alaska.

• He won the favor of Hawaiian leaders by presenting them with gifts.

• He paved the way for the construction of the Pan-American Highway.

• He negotiated a treaty that allowed the United States to trade with Japan.

Why did President Cleveland refuse to sign a treaty to annex Hawaii?

• He failed to get approval from the U.S. Senate for the treaty.

• He learned that most Hawaiians did not approve of the treaty.

• He concluded that the annexation would harm the U.S. economy.

• He feared that annexation would cause conflict with Hawaiians.

How did the Yellow Press affect American sentiment toward the crisis in Cuba?

• It fueled American jingoism and anger toward Spain.

• It angered the United States by criticizing Cuban rebels.

• It encouraged a peaceful resolution between Spain and Cuba.

• It improved understanding between the United States and Spain.

Which group of soldiers did Theodore Roosevelt lead during the Spanish-American War?

• the Rough Riders

• the Ninth Cavalry

• the Tenth Regiment

• the Freedom Riders

Why did the Anti-Imperialist League argue against the U.S. occupation of the Philippines?

• It would negatively impact relations with Spain.

• It would slow American economic growth.

• It would go against the principles of American government.

• It would violate the conditions of the Teller Amendment.

How did Filipinos respond to U.S. rule in the Philippines?

• with peaceful protests

• with guerrilla warfare

• with diplomatic measures

• with economic sanctions

What motivated the Righteous and Harmonious Fists to begin the Boxer Rebellion?

• the growing influence of outsiders in China

• the lack of a Chinese sphere of influence in Britain

• American attempts to establish colonies in China

• the absence of trade with the West

Why did Theodore Roosevelt receive a Nobel Peace Prize?

• for convincing China to adopt an Open Door Policy

• for reducing Japan’s anger via the Gentlemen’s Agreement

• for negotiating a peace treaty during the Russo-Japanese War

• for establishing Chinese territories for European trade markets

What happened as a result of the Foraker Act?

• Puerto Rico was officially annexed to the United States.

• The United States granted U.S. citizenship to all Puerto Ricans.

• Puerto Rico defended its right to establish its own government.

• The United States established a civil government in Puerto Rico.