What is a word for a policy where you invade other countries?

• Invasionism

• Isolationism

• Expansionism

• "LET'S GET 'EM BOYS!"....ism

Which locations were territories were acquired during the late 1800's to early 1900's? Select all that apply.

How did Alfred Thayer Mahan influence American foreign policy?

• wrote the book "The Influence of Sea Power upon History" which advocated for a strong naval force and expansion

• wrote "How the Other Half Lives" which advocated for the better treatment of workers in foreign countries

• lobbied Teddy Roosevelt to build more naval ships

• developed a plan to create a canal through Latin America decreasing travel time for ships

What was one economic benefit of American Imperialism in the late 1800's?

• Limited access to resources through the Open Door Policy

• Increased political stability and established America as a super power

• America gained new markets for their goods and new places to gain natural resources

• Decreased trade opportunities for other countries

What was America's response to Colombia rejecting money for land to build a canal?

• America imposed economic sanctions on Colombia for rejecting the money.

• America withdrew their offer and abandoned plans for a canal.

• America invaded Colombia to force them to accept the money.

• America supported a rebellion in Panama and negotiated a treaty with the new government to build the Panama Canal.

Why did United States business interests favor overseas expansion in the late 1800's?

• to establish a commonwealth of colonies

• to establish military bases around the world

• to acquire new markets and sources of raw materials

• to spread democratic ideals to other areas of the world

What was the lasting effects from the image?

• decreased the distance for naval and merchant trips making it more efficient

• promoted the US interest in Latin America

• increased America's role as a forgien power

• dollar diplomacy with Latin American countries

What does the image say about America's interest in China? Select two correct answers.

• America wanted to be able to trade with China but did not have a sphere of influence

• John Hay, America's Secretary of State proposed the Open Door Policy so all nations could trade with China

• American wanted to be the only country to trade with China

• America wanted to exercise its influence in Asia

Which territories did American gain from the Spanish American War? Select all that apply.

• The Philippines

• Puerta Rico

• Guam

• Cuba

Which two territories became part of the US during the late 1800's to early 1900's but were not acquired as a result of the Spanish American War?

• Hawaii

• Alaska

• Midway island

• Cuba