Imperialism Vocab

Isolationism

• Engaging actively in international politics

• Staying out of the political affairs of other nations

• Forming alliances with multiple countries

• Promoting global trade agreements

Platt Amendment

• Part of the Cuban Constitution that allowed the US to approve treaties between Cuba and other nations and intervene to preserve order and peace.

• An amendment that granted Cuba full independence from the United States.

• A treaty that established military bases in Cuba for the US.

• A law that prohibited foreign intervention in Cuban affairs.

Yellow journalism

• Newspaper stories that exaggerated and distorted events for emotional effect; used during the Spanish American War.

• A style of journalism that focuses on factual reporting without sensationalism.

• A type of journalism that promotes political agendas through biased reporting.

• A method of reporting that emphasizes investigative journalism and fact-checking.

Dollar Diplomacy

• Taft's policy in Latin America: increasing US economic interest in Latin America

• A strategy to promote military intervention in Europe

• An approach to reduce tariffs on imported goods

• A diplomatic effort to strengthen ties with Asian countries

Rough Riders

• Name given to the First U.S. Volunteer Cavalry under the leadership of Theodore Roosevelt during the Spanish American War

• A famous group of American cowboys in the Wild West

• A nickname for the U.S. Navy during World War II

• A term used for American soldiers in the Vietnam War

Imperialism

• A stronger nation takes over a weaker nation economically and politically

• A policy of extending a country's power and influence through diplomacy or military force

• The process of a nation withdrawing from its colonies and territories

• A system where nations cooperate for mutual benefit and peace

Sphere of Influence

• A type of economic policy that promotes free trade

• A region in which political and economic influence or control is exerted by one nation over another nation or other nations

• A geographical area defined by natural resources

• A diplomatic strategy to isolate a nation from international relations

Big Stick Policy

• A diplomatic approach emphasizing negotiation and compromise

• Theodore Roosevelt's policy in Latin America: Speak softly carry a big stick

• A military strategy focused on aggressive expansion

• A trade agreement aimed at reducing tariffs in Latin America

Protectorate

• A country that is controlled by another country

• A type of government where citizens have direct control

• A territory that is completely independent

• A region governed by a local ruler under foreign influence

Neutrality

• Taking sides in other nation's disputes

• Not taking sides in other nation's disputes but can still trade

• Engaging in military alliances with other nations

• Completely isolating from international trade