American Imperialism Quiz

What is a government's strategy in dealing with other nations?

• Foreign Policy

• Foreign Relations

• Public Relations

• Public Response

In 1898, a conflict between the United States and Spain, in which the U.S. supported the Cubans' fight for independence.

• Spanish War

• Spanish - Cuban Conflict

• Spanish - American War

• Spanish- Mexican war

What was the leading cause of the U.S. entanglement in the Spanish American war?

• Sinking of the USS Maine

• Sinking of the Lusitania

• Sinking of the USS Indianapolis

• Sinking of the USS Arizona

Who was the US Admiral who encouraged the US to strengthen its naval power to become a world power?

What does expansionism/imperialism refer to?

• Expansion of Territory at the expense of other nations

• Enlargement of territory in benefit of all

• Conquering

What is the adding of a region to the territory of an existing political unit called?

Who was the wealthy plantation owner and politician who was named President of New Republic of Hawaii?

What was the policy proposed by the US in 1899, under which ALL nations would have equal opportunities to trade in China?

• Open window Policy

• Open Door Reform

• Open Window Reform

• Open door policy

What was the 1900 revolt in China aimed at ending foreign influence in the country called?

What was Roosevelt's philosophy in international affairs?

• Big bat

• Big Nation

• Big stick