U.S. Imperialism and History Quiz

How was U.S. imperialism in the early 1900s similar to the concept of "manifest destiny" that was popular during the 1800s?

What is imperialism in a nutshell?

• Expansion

• Growing

• Conquering

All of the following were imperialist powers in the late 1800s except?

• China

• Britain

• France

• Germany

All of the following countries came under some of U.S. control as a result of the Spanish-American War except?

• Hawaii

• Puerto Rico

• Guam

• Philippines

Of the following statements, the one that best reflects an anti-imperialist attitude is?

• "It is not necessary to own people to trade with them."

• "Imperialism is a moral duty."

• "We must expand our territory."

• "Conquer for peace."

The Boxer Rebellion was an attempt by Chinese revolutionaries to?

• Remove foreign influence from China.

• Establish a new government.

• Promote trade with the West.

• Defend against Japan.

The United States gained of the land it needed to build the Panama Canal by?

• Encouraging and supporting Panamanian independence.

• Purchasing it from Colombia.

• Negotiating with Nicaragua.

• Invading Panama.

The Open Door Policy was designed as a way for the United States to further?

• Its trade interests.

• Military presence in Asia.

• Colonial expansion.

• Cultural exchange.

The rapid growth of industry in the United States helped fuel imperialism because?

• The United States was producing too many goods for its own people to buy.

• It needed more resources.

• It wanted to spread democracy.

• It aimed to compete with Europe.

Teddy Roosevelt's approach to foreign policy reflected the proverb "Speak softly and carry a big stick" because?

• His negotiations were always backed by the threat of military force.

• He preferred diplomacy over war.

• He avoided conflicts.

• He was known for his speeches.