Exploring American Imperialism Debates: 1898-1945

The video explores American imperialism from 1898 to 1945, beginning with the purchase of Alaska, which marked the start of U.S. imperial expansion. It discusses the debate between imperialists, who sought economic and territorial growth, and anti-imperialists, who valued self-determination and isolationism. The video also covers motivations for imperialism, including economic interests, Social Darwinism, and naval power. It concludes with a call to explore further resources for AP U.S. History.

What term describes the expansion of a country's influence over another?

• Globalization

• Colonialism

• Federation

• Imperialism

Which territory's purchase marked America's initial step into imperialism?

• Hawaii

• Alaska

• The Philippines

• Puerto Rico

What discovery in Alaska changed perceptions of its value?

• Diamonds

• Oil

• Gold

• Coal

What theory justified imperial expansion with the belief that the strong should dominate the weak?

• Mercantilism

• Social Darwinism

• Manifest Destiny

• Capitalism

Who argued that a strong navy was essential for global dominance?

• Frederick Jackson Turner

• Josiah Strong

• Alfred Thayer Mahan

• William Seward

Which book by Alfred Thayer Mahan influenced American naval expansion?

• The Influence of Sea Power on History

• The Great Naval Race

• Masters of the Sea

• Naval Dominance and Global Power

What was a key argument of the imperialists regarding natural resources?

• They were not necessary for expansion.

• They could be found in newly acquired territories.

• They should be shared globally.

• They are infinite.

What principle did anti-imperialists argue should guide national rule?

• Social Darwinism

• Divine right

• Imperial mandate

• Self-determination

Which president warned against foreign entanglements in his farewell speech?

• Abraham Lincoln

• George Washington

• Theodore Roosevelt

• Thomas Jefferson

What was the main concern of anti-imperialists regarding the Constitution?

• It should not apply to new territories.

• It needed amendment to allow expansion.

• It would be undermined by expansion.

• It should follow the flag.