LT1C Imperialism Cycle 2

As the United States became stronger and more stable, it began to control other societies and countries politically, economically, or socially. This policy was known as:

• industrialization.

• expansionism.

• imperialism.

• aggression.

Controlling a place because it is close to another desirable or important place is known as:

• strategic positioning.

• cultural assimilation.

• economic dominance.

• military expansion.

Showing strength as a motivation for U.S. imperialism is referred to as:

• military might.

• cultural superiority.

• economic power.

• political influence.

Thinking that you’re better than other groups due to them being “uncivilized” and looking different is an example of:

• racial superiority.

• economic strategy.

• political maneuvering.

• military tactics.

Expanding places for your army or navy to operate in other countries is called:

• military bases.

• cultural outreach.

• economic zones.

• political treaties.

Making sure that countries like Britain, France, and Germany didn’t have more power or control is an example of:

• Race against European countries

• cultural dominance.

• economic superiority.

• military aggression.

Controlling a place for access to oil, coal, minerals, or more territory is known as:

• resource acquisition (to claim).

• cultural assimilation.

• political negotiation.

• military conquest.

Finding new places to sell American products in order to make money

• New Markets for Goods

• Power Superiority

• Establish Military Bases/Presence

• Natural Resources and Land

Dominating a weaker area through force and military might is known as:

• direct control.

• indirect control.

Providing financial (money) support is an example of:

• direct control.

• indirect control.