The Rise of America as a Global Power in the Late 19th Century

The video explores America's transformation into a global power in the 1890s, driven by economic, political, strategic, and ideological motivations. The closure of the American frontier led to a shift towards international expansion, influenced by economic opportunities, competition with European empires, and strategic military needs. Ideological beliefs, such as the superiority of Anglo-Saxon civilization and the spread of Christianity, also played a role in justifying expansion.

What was a significant factor in the U.S. territorial expansion before the 1890s?

• The discovery of gold in California

• The signing of the Treaty of Paris

• The Louisiana Purchase

• The construction of the Transcontinental Railroad

How did Frederick Jackson Turner's thesis influence American expansionism?

• It proposed the annexation of Canada

• It argued that the U.S. should expand overseas

• It suggested that the frontier was still open for settlement

• It encouraged the U.S. to focus on internal development

What was one economic reason for the U.S. to expand its influence globally?

• To create alliances with European powers

• To open up new markets for industrial goods

• To find new sources of gold

• To establish new agricultural colonies

Which countries were considered major competitors to the U.S. during its expansion?

• India and China

• England and Germany

• Brazil and Argentina

• Mexico and Canada

Why was a strong navy considered crucial for U.S. expansion?

• To explore uncharted territories

• To protect against pirate attacks

• To support the fishing industry

• To secure foreign markets and naval bases

Who was a key advocate for a powerful U.S. navy in the late 19th century?

• Theodore Roosevelt

• Josiah Strong

• Alfred T. Mahan

• Frederick Jackson Turner

What ideological concept justified American expansion as a moral duty?

• The Monroe Doctrine

• Manifest Destiny

• The White Man's Burden

• Isolationism

How did some Americans apply Darwin's theory to justify expansion?

• By advocating for the conservation of natural resources

• By supporting the development of new species

• By encouraging scientific research in new territories

• By promoting the survival of the fittest in international relations

What role did Reverend Josiah Strong play in American expansionism?

• He opposed the expansion of U.S. territories

• He advocated for Christian missionary work abroad

• He led military campaigns in foreign lands

• He negotiated treaties with European powers

Which of the following was NOT a reason for U.S. expansion in the late 19th century?

• Strategic military interests

• Desire for isolationism

• Ideological beliefs

• Economic opportunities