The Evolution of American Global Influence

What was a significant consequence of the United States' territorial expansion in the 19th century?

• Integration into global politics

• Decrease in military spending

• Conflict with indigenous populations

• Reduction of federal government power

Which territory did the U.S. acquire from Spain in 1898?

• Puerto Rico

• Greenland

• Alaska

• Iceland

What was the primary goal of the League of Nations?

• To promote global trade

• To encourage European colonization

• To prevent future conflicts

• To expand U.S. territory

Which event directly led to the U.S. becoming a superpower after World War II?

• The Bretton Woods Agreement

• The atomic bombings in Japan

• The establishment of the United Nations

• The creation of NATO

Which of the following was a key feature of the Bretton Woods Agreement?

• Formation of the United Nations

• Establishment of the World Bank and IMF

• Introduction of a global currency

• Creation of the European Union

Which country's influence was the U.S. trying to contain by forming NATO?

• Germany

• China

• Soviet Union

• Japan

What was the U.S. strategy to stop the spread of Communism during the Cold War?

• Isolationism

• Non-interventionism

• Containment

• Imperialism

What was a major reason for the U.S. interventions in countries like Iran and Nicaragua?

• To support democratic elections

• To contain Soviet influence

• To promote free trade

• To acquire new territories

How did the U.S. foreign policy change after the Cold War?

• Increased military spending

• Withdrawal from global affairs

• Dismantling of NATO

• Continued global involvement

What was Donald Trump's stance on U.S. foreign policy commitments?

• Expansion of NATO

• Increased contributions from allies

• Reduction of military bases

• Support for free trade