STAAR Rise of a World Power 21/22

Why did the Spanish-American War move the United States into the position of a world power?

• The United States acquired Spanish territories in the Caribbean and the Pacific.

• The United States proved its nuclear capabilities against Spain in Southeast Asia.

• The United States stopped the spread of communism in Spain.

• The United States ended Spanish trade in the Eastern Hemisphere.

How did the Roosevelt Corollary to the Monroe Doctrine affect the role of the United States in the world?

• By establishing military alliances with Asian nations.

• By proclaiming a policy of isolationism.

• By creating a plan to stop the spread of communism.

• By announcing a willingness to intervene in the affairs of Western Hemisphere nations.

Which statement describes one of the MOST important reasons why the United States annexed the Kingdom of Hawaii?

• The islands offered excellent locations for tropical resorts.

• The local residents needed help to prevent the spread of poverty and disease.

• The location was strategically valuable to both military and business leaders.

• The local rulers wanted financial assistance to rebuild after a natural disaster.

Which additional reason BEST completes this list?

• Increase trade with Asian nations.

• Assist the Allied powers against German aggression.

• Retaliate against Germany for imposing high tariffs.

• Prevent fascism from spreading throughout Europe.

What effect did the sinking of the Lusitania have on World War I?

• Germany joined the Central Powers.

• U.S. public opinion shifted against Germany.

• Germany refused to join the League of Nations.

• U.S. leaders proposed a military alliance with Germany.

What was the MAIN reason tanks were introduced during World War I?

• To locate and remove land mines from the battlefield.

• To transport military supplies to the front lines.

• To overcome trench defenses and end stalemates.

• To monitor enemy troop movements.

Which statement describes the purpose of this plan?

• To establish a new era of isolationism.

• To punish countries that are defeated in war.

• To prevent multinational countries from breaking apart.

• To create conditions that prevent future global conflicts.

Why did Senator Lodge express this opinion about the Treaty of Versailles?

• He wanted to prevent the spread of the global flu epidemic.

• He wanted to protect secret U.S. nuclear technology.

• He wanted the United States to join an international league.

• He wanted to protect U.S. sovereignty in international relations.

Based on this table, how did World War I affect the U.S. economy?

• It led to decreased spending in order to conserve resources during the war effort.

• It led to decreased pressure on private companies to supply the war effort.

• It increased the economic opportunities available for U.S. citizens.

• It increased the number of immigrants searching for U.S. jobs.

Which question is associated with the passage of the Espionage and Sedition Acts during World War I?

• Should industries be allowed to prohibit workers from joining unions?

• Can the government require citizens to purchase war bonds?

• At what age should citizens be required to enlist in a branch of the military?

• Can the government limit the constitutional rights of citizens during wartime?