Emergence Of Modern America: The Progressive Era - The American Empire

What territories did America gain as a result of the Spanish-American War?

• Cuba, Hawaii, and Puerto Rico

• Hawaii, Alaska, and the Philippines

• Cuba, Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Philippines

• Guam, Alaska, and the Philippines

What was one of the main reasons for America's interest in establishing an overseas empire?

• To find new sources of raw materials

• To spread democracy

• To establish military bases

• To create new markets for American goods

What was the primary goal of the Fists of Righteous Harmony, also known as the Boxers?

• To support European diplomats

• To rid China of foreign influence

• To establish a new Chinese government

• To promote trade with Western countries

How did the Western powers respond to the Boxer Rebellion?

• They withdrew their diplomats

• They negotiated a peace treaty

• They ignored the rebellion

• They formed a multinational military force

What was the significance of America's involvement in ending the Boxer Rebellion?

• It showed America's military weakness

• It led to America's withdrawal from China

• It proved the American military was a formidable force

• It demonstrated America's commitment to isolationism