America, An Emerging World Power: 1896-1916 - Roosevelt Corollary (1904) And 16th Amendment

The video covers the Roosevelt Corollary of 1904, an extension of the Monroe Doctrine, emphasizing America's role as a global power and its willingness to use force to protect its interests in the Western Hemisphere. It also discusses Teddy Roosevelt's foreign policy and the transition to William Howard Taft's presidency, highlighting Taft's cautious approach and the introduction of the 16th Amendment, which allowed the government to levy income taxes. The video further explores Taft's reforms, including the Mann-Elkins Act and the Payne-Aldrich Tariff, and his unique role as both President and Chief Justice.

What was the primary purpose of the Roosevelt Corollary?

• To expand US territory

• To promote trade with Europe

• To establish a new government in the Dominican Republic

• To prevent European intervention in the Western Hemisphere

Which phrase best describes Teddy Roosevelt's foreign policy approach?

• Isolationism

• Economic sanctions

• Talk softly and carry a big stick

• Diplomacy without force

How did William Howard Taft's approach to foreign policy differ from Roosevelt's?

• He ignored Latin America

• He used financial influence instead of military force

• He focused on building alliances

• He preferred military intervention

What significant change did the 16th Amendment bring to the US Constitution?

• It established the Federal Reserve

• It granted women the right to vote

• It allowed the government to levy income taxes

• It abolished slavery

What role did Taft take on after his presidency that influenced his views on executive power?

• Senator

• Vice President

• Secretary of State

• Chief Justice of the US Supreme Court

What was the purpose of the Mann-Elkins Act passed during Taft's administration?

• To establish the Federal Reserve

• To lower tariffs

• To extend the powers of the Interstate Commerce Commission

• To regulate banking

What was the effect of the Payne-Aldrich Tariff signed by Taft?

• It had no significant impact on trade

• It eliminated tariffs altogether

• It raised tariffs to protect American industries

• It lowered tariffs on imports