US.21: The Roosevelt Corollary

What was the Roosevelt Corollary? A) A foreign policy doctrine introduced by President Theodore Roosevelt B) A new law passed by the U.S. Congress C) A treaty between the U.S. and European nations D) A military alliance formed in 1904.

• A foreign policy doctrine introduced by President Theodore Roosevelt

• A new law passed by the U.S. Congress

• A treaty between the U.S. and European nations

• A military alliance formed in 1904.

The Roosevelt Corollary was an expansion of which earlier doctrine?

• The Truman Doctrine

• The Monroe Doctrine

• The Marshall Plan

• The Wilson Doctrine

Why did Roosevelt believe it was necessary for the U.S. to intervene in Latin American affairs?

• To promote cultural exchange

• To maintain political and economic stability

• To expand U.S. territory

• To establish new trade routes.

What year was the Roosevelt Corollary introduced?

• 1898

• 1904

• 1912

• 1920

Which U.S. President introduced the Roosevelt Corollary?

• Woodrow Wilson

• Franklin D. Roosevelt

• Theodore Roosevelt

• William Taft

Why was the Roosevelt Corollary considered controversial?

• It promoted peace

• It was seen as a form of American imperialism

• It reduced U.S. influence

• It supported European intervention.

What precedent did the Roosevelt Corollary set for U.S. involvement in Latin America?

• Decreased involvement

• Increased involvement

• Neutral stance

• Economic sanctions

Which country did the U.S. intervene in during the early 1900s to maintain American influence?

• Cuba

• Nicaragua

• Dominican Republic

• Honduras

What was the U.S. strategy in Nicaragua to maintain influence?

• Establishing trade agreements

• Supporting political factions

• Providing financial aid

• Promoting democracy

What was a common reason cited by the U.S. for intervention in Latin American countries under the Roosevelt Corollary?

• To promote democracy

• To manage finances

• To expand territory

• To establish trade agreements