Age of expansion

As a result of the Spanish- American War, the US became a political power in

• The Hawaiian Islands

• Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Philippines

• Samoa

• Panama

What ship was sunk in Havana Harbor, Cuba prior to the Spanish-American war?

• Lusitania

• Titanic

• U.S.S Maine

• Dona Paz

What is Yellow Journalism ?

• Exaggerated way of writing news stories

• Paper that was printed yellow

• Poorly published newspaper articles

• None of the above

What is Imperialism?

• A time where weaker countries grow

• War outbreaks between stronger countries

• Stronger countries take over weaker countries

Which of the following were reasons that caused the Spanish-American War? (Choose 3 that apply)

• The German Kaiser's use of unrestricted submarine warfare

• Humanitarian support for rights of Cubans

• The publication of the Zimmermann Note

• Increased desire for new markets for American goods

• Public outcry after the sinking of the USS Maine

Which of the following was a significant result of the Spanish-American War?

• The United States formed a naval alliance with Germany.

• The United States gained control of Texas.

• The United States repealed the Monroe Doctrine.

• The United States established itself as a major world power.

What United States perspective is being shown about imperialism in the image above?

• Pro-imperialist

• Anti-imperialist

• Isolationist

• Militarist

I. ________________

     a. Desire for new markets overseas

     b. Creation of a new modern navy

     c. Belief in Anglo-Saxon superiority

 Which of the following titles would best go on the line above to complete the partial outline?

• Consequences of World War I

• Results of the Gentlemen’s Agreement

• Events Leading to Neutrality

• Factors Supporting United States Imperialism

What is the reason for American imperialism as symbolized in this cartoon?

• Imperialized nations needed the United States’ help to become civilized countries.

• Imperialized nations were excited to be part of the United States’ sphere of influence.

• Imperialized nations were good markets for helping grow the economy of the United States.

• Imperialized nations contributed to making the United States a stronger military force.

The __________________ policy allowed each foreign nation in China to trade in another

country’s sphere of influence.

• Open Door

• Closed Door

• Boxer Rebellion

• Dollar Diplomacy