Emergence as a World Power

What popular idea that justified American imperialism is depicted below?

• White Man's Burden

• Laissez - Faire Economics

• Dollar Diplomacy

• Yellow Journalism

What was the goal of Theodore Roosevelt in constructing the Panama Canal?

• Take territory in the country of Colombia

• Have political influence within Panama's Government

• Have a fast route for American ships between the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans

• To persuade the Mexican government to take back Texas

What was a key reason the U.S. looked to imperialize, take over other territory, between 1890 and 1920? (select all that apply)

• international rivalry with European coutnries

• economic resources to fuel industry

• Expand the U.S. navy/ naval presence

• Colonize the world for complete control of all territories

What type of news is this image an example of? How do you know this? Explain.

Why did the US and the USSR (Soviet Union) both emerge as superpowers after WWII?

• Neither had major battles fought inside its borders

• Both controlled part of Germany and Korea

• Both had strong militaries, independent economies and could produce nuclear weapons

• Both offered aid to European countries

Which two countries emerged as global superpowers after World War II?

• United States and Soviet Union

• United Kingdom and China

• Germany and Japan

• France and Italy

Which two nations emerged as superpowers after WW2?

• France

• Germany

• Soviet Union

• United States

The Allied victory in World War II led to the emergence of TWO global superpowers. What were those TWO superpowers?

• Japan & China

• United States & Japan

• Great Britain & Soviet Union

• United States & Soviet Union

Which contributed to the shift in global power structures after World War II?

• increasing economic and military power of the US

• weakening of European economies and and influence

• Desire for self-determination in Africa and Asia

• proxy wars

Answer explanation

After World War II, the US emerged as a nuclear power with an intact home front. France and GB had to rebuild their infrastructure and could no longer sustain their international prowess. (8.1)

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

• he allowed US troops to beat foreign natives for breaking US laws

• he studied West African methods for negotiating with foreign powers

• his soft spoken personality made foreign leaders trust an admire him

• his negotiations were always backed by the threat of force