American Imperialism: Forces and Consequences in Historical Context

The video explores American imperialism, starting with the concept of Manifest Destiny and the country's desire to expand from the Atlantic to the Pacific. It outlines key events in American expansion, such as the annexation of Hawaii and the Spanish-American War. The video discusses the impact of imperialism, including international respect and new markets, while also addressing the debate over its morality. It concludes with the challenges faced during WWI and the continued international involvement of the U.S.

What philosophy justified the expansion of the United States from the Atlantic to the Pacific?

• Monroe Doctrine

• Manifest Destiny

• Isolationism

• American Exceptionalism

Which event marked the beginning of the Spanish-American War?

• Purchase of Alaska

• Sinking of the USS Maine

• Annexation of Hawaii

• Overthrow of the Hawaiian Queen

Which event demonstrated the strength of America's Navy in 1907?

• Panama Canal completion

• Annexation of Hawaii

• Great White Fleet

• Sinking of the USS Maine

What was one of the main benefits for America from its imperialistic actions?

• Loss of international respect

• Increased isolation

• New global markets for trade

• Decreased immigration

What was a significant consequence of American imperialism for the world?

• Decreased global trade

• Isolation of the U.S.

• Increased access to American goods

• Decline in immigration

Who argued that American control would benefit small territories and was essential to beat other imperial powers?

• Theodore Roosevelt

• Alfred Thayer Mann

• William Taft

• Woodrow Wilson

What was the Roosevelt Corollary primarily concerned with?

• Promoting isolationism

• Protecting trade interests in Latin America

• Ending American imperialism

• Establishing the League of Nations

What was President Taft's approach to foreign policy known as?

• Moral Diplomacy

• Dollar Diplomacy

• Gunboat Diplomacy

• Big Stick Diplomacy

What challenge did the U.S. face during World War I due to its international commerce?

• Difficulty remaining neutral

• Decreased trade opportunities

• Increased isolation

• Loss of territories

Which President desired to keep the U.S. neutral during World War I?

• Theodore Roosevelt

• William Taft

• Woodrow Wilson

• Franklin D. Roosevelt