U.S. Imperialism and Foreign Policy

The video tutorial covers American expansionism and its impact on foreign policy in the 19th and early 20th centuries. It discusses the concept of imperialism, the Monroe Doctrine, and the Spanish-American War, highlighting the role of yellow journalism and the USS Maine incident. The tutorial also explores early 20th-century US foreign policies under Presidents Teddy Roosevelt and William Howard Taft, including the construction of the Panama Canal and the concept of Dollar Diplomacy.

What was the primary belief of those who supported American expansionism in the 19th century?

• Expansion from coast to coast

• Isolation from world affairs

• Neutrality in international conflicts

• Reduction of military forces

What was the Monroe Doctrine primarily concerned with?

• Encouraging European colonization in the Americas

• Preventing European interference in the Americas

• Promoting trade with Asia

• Establishing a global empire

Which of the following was a key factor driving American imperialism in the late 19th century?

• Desire for cultural exchange

• Need for agricultural expansion

• Interest in European alliances

• Search for new markets and materials

What was the main reason for the U.S. needing a powerful navy in the 19th century?

• To support isolationist policies

• To protect against European invasions

• To explore new territories

• To protect shipping and access world markets

What event intensified the debate over whether the U.S. should go to war with Spain?

• The purchase of Alaska

• The construction of the Panama Canal

• The explosion of the USS Maine

• The signing of the Monroe Doctrine

Which term describes the sensational and often biased reporting that influenced public opinion during the Spanish-American War?

• Investigative reporting

• Objective journalism

• Muckraking

• Yellow journalism

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

• Alaska and Hawaii

• Philippines and Puerto Rico

• Cuba and Puerto Rico

• Hawaii and Guam

What was the primary purpose of constructing the Panama Canal?

• To expand the U.S. military presence in Asia

• To prevent European colonization

• To establish a trade route to Europe

• To connect the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans

What was Teddy Roosevelt's foreign policy approach famously known as?

• Dollar Diplomacy

• Speak softly and carry a big stick

• Open Door Policy

• Isolationism

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

• It focused on military intervention

• It emphasized economic investments

• It encouraged European alliances

• It promoted isolationism