American Imperialism

When one country takes control of another for economic, political or military gain it is called?

• Colonialism

• Imperialism

• Manifest Destiny

• Nationalism

Why did the US want to acquire Hawaii?

• the US gained access to the best beaches and coastlines

• Hawaii was known for its gold

• it allowed the US to gain access to the naval base

4. Last monarch of Hawaii

• King Kamehameha I
• Queen Liliuokalani 
• King Kalakaua
• Queen Emma

16. What happened to Hawaii in 1898? 

• Invaded by the U.S.
• Annexed- became U.S. territory 
• Invaded by Spain
• Annexed by Great Britain

What was the Open Door Policy?

• called for tariffs against countries

• government allowed progressives to talk to government officials for change

• we would welcome immigrants to the country for jobs

• called for protection of equal privileges for all countries trading with China

Which country was the subject of the Open Door policy?

• Japan

• Cuba

• China

• Philippines

Motivations for Imperialism:

• Cultural (white man's burden)

• Raw materials after industrialization

• Money through trade and resources

• Competition with other European countries

• All the above

The purchase of Alaska, also known as Seward's Folly, ended up giving the United States ____________.

• a vast amount of natural resources

• markets for trade

• a good place for a naval base

The United States bought Hawaii.

• True

• False

Which statement would most likely come from American imperialist?

• The United States has enough problems of its own. We should keep out of the affairs of other countries.

• American businesses are producing more than they can sell. We need to acquire overseas markets.

• If we don't help this country fight off the Communists, the entire region will be overrun by communism.