American Imperialism

A policy of extending a county's global (world) power and influence using diplomacy and/or military force.

• anti-imperialism

• imperialism

• nationalism

• racism

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Which of the following are examples of imperialism before the Civil War? There are three correct answers.

• Trail of Tears

• Annexation of Texas

• Mexican American War

• Child Labor Laws

• The Civil Rights Movement

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Which of the following events are examples of US imperialist activity AFTER the Civil War? There are three correct answers.

• annexation of Hawaii

• China's Open Door Policy

• claiming of Puerto Rico and the Philippines

• The Thirteen US Colonies

• The French and Indian War

Which of the following statements best describe those who favor US imperialism? There are three correct answers.

• new markets for American businesses to sell goods

• new places to get natural resources

• new territories for military and naval bases

• American wages should be increased for Americans to afford American goods

• America's military should not be preoccupied with war

Which of the following statements best describe those who oppose US imperialism? There are three correct answers.

• Removing raw materials from other territories is devastating to its citizens

• Americans should not force their way of life on other territories/places

• American businesses should pay enough for Americans to afford American goods

• new places to get natural resources

• new markets for American goods

What country does Uncle Sam represent in the image?

• Great Britain

• United States

• Spain

• China

What nation does the queen represent in the image?

• Alaska

• Texas

• Montana

• Hawaii

What economic resource is the primary reason the United States is interested in this territory?

• rice

• cotton

• soybeans

• sugar/sugarcane

Which statement best describes the primary message in the cartoon?

• The United States will soon overtake Hawaii.

• Hawaii will rise above the United States.

• The United States does not need Hawaii.

• Hawaii has no valuable resources to offer the United States.

What did the Hawaiian League riflemen demand from the king?

• To sign a new constitution and dismiss the legislature

• To increase military funding

• To establish a new trade agreement with foreign countries

• To abolish the monarchy