Lessons 19-22 Vocab Quiz

What is Imperialism?

• The policy of extending a nation's power and influence through diplomacy or military force

• The policy of remaining isolated from foreign affairs

• The belief in promoting national independence

• A temporary alliance between countries

The Mexican-American War resulted in which outcome?

• The United States gaining territory in the southwest, including California

• Texas joining the Union

• The defeat of France in the Americas

• An end to European involvement in Mexico

What did the Monroe Doctrine state?

• European powers should not colonize or interfere in the Americas

• The U.S. should establish colonies in Latin America

• The U.S. must join European alliances

• America would support European wars

The Texas Revolution led to Texas becoming:

• A British colony

• An independent republic

• A Mexican state

• A part of Louisiana

What was the War of 1812 mainly about?

• Issues of trade and impressment with Britain

• Border conflicts with Canada

• A rebellion in the American colonies

• Expansion into the Pacific

In Washington’s Farewell Address, he warned against:

• Forming permanent alliances with foreign nations

• Expanding into Native American lands

• Developing a national bank

• Supporting France in its revolution

What was Commodore Perry known for?

• Opening Japan to trade with the United States

• Fighting in the Civil War

• Exploring the Louisiana Territory

• Establishing a colony in Hawaii

Which philosophy believes in acting on self-interest in foreign policy?

• Realism

• Idealism

• Nationalism

• Isolationism

What did the Anti-Imperialist League oppose?

• The U.S. acquiring colonies overseas

• Trade with China

• Building a strong navy

• European alliances

The Platt Amendment affected:

• Puerto Rico’s independence

• Cuba’s independence and allowed U.S. intervention

• Trade with Japan

• Hawaiian statehood