unit 23

What was the main reason for U.S. support for military action in Cuba?

• The Spanish minister's letter criticizing President McKinley.

• The sinking of the USS Maine.

• Sensationalized stories about Spanish brutality in Cuba.

• The desire to acquire new territories for the U.S.

Why did the Filipinos rebel against the United States after the Spanish-American War?

• They were angry that the U.S. did not grant them independence.

• They were angry that the U.S. did not provide enough financial aid.

• They were angry that the U.S. did not allow them to join the military.

• They were angry that the U.S. did not allow them to keep their government.

What U.S. battleship exploded in Havana Harbor, increasing tensions with Spain?

• USS Arizona

• USS Constitution

• USS Maine

• USS Enterprise

Why did the U.S. aim to prepare the Philippines for independence after the war?

• To reward the Filipino rebels for their help.

• To establish a strong military presence in the region.

• To control the Philippines' natural resources.

• Belief in self-determination for all people.

Why did the United States buy Alaska from Russia in 1867?

• To access gold and natural resources.

• To create a new state.

• To stop Britain from taking Alaska.

• To set up a military base.

Why did American planters in Hawaii revolt against Queen Liliuokalani?

• To gain independence from the United States.

• Upset about the queen's plans to empower the monarchy.

• To establish a government controlled by native Hawaiians.

• Fear of losing economic and political power.

What agreement in 1858 opened trade between the US and Japan?

• Bayonet Constitution

• Open Door Policy

• Treaty of 1858

• Treaty of 1875

What was the main goal of the Open Door Policy?

• To prevent Japan from controlling China.

• To ensure equal trade access in China for all nations.

• To make China pay reparations.

• To set up a military base in China.

What treaty allowed Hawaiian sugar to be shipped to the US without taxes, boosting the Hawaiian sugar industry?

• The Bayonet Constitution

• The Open Door Policy

• The Treaty of 1858

• The Treaty of 1875

What was the area in China where foreign nations had special rights?

• The Open Door Policy

• The Boxer Rebellion

• The Forbidden City

• Spheres of Influence