The Roosevelt Corollary

What was a main purpose of the Roosevelt Corollary regarding the Americas?

• Promote peace and fairness in the Americas

• Expand U.S. land across the oceans

• End all trade with European countries

• Replace elected leaders in neighbors

In the policy, how is the United States compared when stepping in to help a troubled country?

• Like a police officer as a last resort

• Like a teacher giving daily lessons

• Like a coach running every play

• Like a parent making all decisions

Which idea best matches “Good Neighbors Make Good Relations”?

• Treat people well and follow rules

• Compete for resources aggressively

• Stay isolated from other nations

• Take over weaker governments

What does “Force is a Last Resort” mean in this context?

• Use military only when absolutely necessary

• Rely on force to solve most disputes

• Start with sanctions before talking

• Avoid any action in all situations

Which statement reflects “Everyone Needs to Play Fair”?

• Nations should act responsibly and decently

• Countries should ignore international laws

• Powerful states set rules for others

• Only allies must treat neighbors well

Why would helping other countries also help the United States, according to the corollary?

• Regional stability benefits everyone

• Aid guarantees immediate repayment

• It allows control of new territories

• It reduces all military spending

Which scenario best shows intervention as a last resort?

• The U.S. mediates after chaos threatens safety

• The U.S. intervenes first to gain influence

• The U.S. replaces leaders to spread ideas

• The U.S. sends troops to collect taxes

What outcome is expected when countries in the Americas follow laws and treat people fairly?

• Greater prosperity for everyone

• Short-term gains for a few

• More conflicts over borders

• Higher tariffs on neighbors

If a country in the Americas faces problems it can handle on its own, what does the corollary prefer?

• The country solves issues peacefully itself

• The U.S. immediately sends military aid

• Neighboring nations impose new leaders

• Foreign powers take over administration

Which principle best summarizes the overall message of the simplified corollary?

• Peace through justice and responsible behavior

• Dominance through constant military action

• Wealth through aggressive expansion policies

• Security through isolation from neighbors