Anglo-American Relations and Conflicts

Anglo-American Relations and Conflicts

Assessment

Interactive Video

History

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The video explores the evolution of the relationship between Britain and the USA, starting from the War of 1812 to their alliance in World War I. It highlights key events such as the Monroe Doctrine, the American Civil War, and the Trent Affair, which strained relations. However, shared interests and geopolitical changes, like the Venezuela Crisis and the rise of Germany, led to improved relations. By World War I, both nations were allies, driven by mutual interests and external threats.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What event marked the beginning of the rocky relationship between Britain and the USA?

The Civil War

The War of 1812

World War I

The American Revolution

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main purpose of the Monroe Doctrine?

To end European colonialism in the Americas

To establish trade agreements with Europe

To form a military alliance with Britain

To declare war on South American countries

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did Britain consider recognizing the Confederacy during the American Civil War?

To expand its own empire

To weaken the Union

Because of economic interests, particularly cotton

Due to shared political ideologies

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the Trent Affair?

A military alliance formed during the Civil War

A territorial dispute in South America

A trade agreement between the USA and Britain

A diplomatic incident involving the seizure of a British ship

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the Venezuela border dispute affect Anglo-American relations?

It led to a trade embargo

It resulted in a joint military operation

It worsened relations due to military conflict

It improved relations through American arbitration

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a key factor in the convergence of interests between Britain and the USA at the turn of the 20th century?

A shared interest in the Middle East

Joint colonial ventures

A mutual dislike of France

Shared language and values

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role did Germany play in the solidification of the Anglo-American alliance during World War I?

Germany allied with the USA

Germany's actions pushed the USA and UK closer

Germany sought peace with both nations

Germany was a neutral party

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