Imperialism Quiz

This is a policy of extending a country's power and influence through diplomacy or military force

Which statement best describes the cause of the Spanish American War?

• The Germans sunk a passenger ship called the Lusitania

• The U.S. did not want to go to war with Spain but was left with little choice after being attacked on U.S. soil.

• The U.S. had a desire to support Cuba in their war for independence against the Spanish

• The Soviets were pointed missiles at the U.S.

  Aka: the Cuban Missile Crisis

The Open Door policy was a statement of principles initiated by the United States in 1899 and 1900. It called for protection of equal privileges for all countries trading with this country.

• Hawaii

• Japan

• Cuba

• China

The U.S. built a canal in this country in order to speed up travel from the east coast to the west coast.

• Panama

• Cuba

• The Philippines

• The United States

Which statement best explains the Roosevelt Corollary?

• The Roosevelt Corollary advocated for cooperation between the U.S. and Europe to resolve disputes in Central America

• The Roosevelt Corollary supported U.S. involvement in the Western Hemisphere to benefit U.S. strategic interests

• The Roosevelt Corollary encouraged the creation of new U.S. colonies in Central America

• The Roosevelt Corollary endorsed Colombia's refusal to ratify the Hay-Harran Treaty.

Which statement best describes President Taft's Dollar Diplomacy?

• Taft's Dollar Diplomacy was an effort to use economic might to increase U.S. influence abroad.

• Taft's Dollar Diplomacy used political power to force foreign nations to allow U.S. investment in them.

• Taft's Dollar Diplomacy utilized a strengthened U.S. military to threaten force to achieve imperialist goals.

• Taft's Dollar Diplomacy called on foreign nations to help a struggling U.S. economy.

Which statement best explains the role of nationalism as both a positive and negative force within a country?

• Nationalism divides individuals in a country, but is also can promote a boost in the military.

• Nationalism can unify people within a nation; however, if often creates intense competition.

• The effects of nationalism can bolster the economy of a country, but it tends to decrease national values.

• Nationalism promotes respect towards other nations, but rarely compels a nation to defend itself properly.

Which statement best describes the reaction of Great Britain, France, and Russia in response to the increased military power of Germany before the Great War?

• Great Britain, France and Russia worked together to plan the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand.

• Great Britain, France, and Russia formed an alliance known as the Triple Entente.

• Great Britain, France, and Russia formed an alliance with Austria-Hungary against Germany.

• Great Britain, France, and Russia began an invasion of Germany that started the war.

Which statement best describes Woodrow Wilson's perspective on World War I?

• Wilson initially favored neutrality, but adjusted this point of view to support entering World War I after Germany engaged in u-boat warfare.

• Wilson strongly insisted upon neutrality regarding World War I, and reinforced his position after hearing of Germany's actions at sea.

• Wilson had been in favor of joining World War I since it began and utilized Germany's questionable submarine tactics as a way to convince the public to support the war.

• Wilson was eager to join World War I to demonstrate the United States' military power, but changed his perspective when Germany proved its strength at sea.

Why did the United States enter World War I in 1917?

• The United States entered World War I because Great Britain requested assistance from the U.S.

• The Unites States entered World War I after Germany sent a request to Mexico for assistance in the war.

• The United States entered World War I in order to protect U.S. foreign oil interests.

• The United States entered World War I because of the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand.