U.S. Imperialism and Global Involvement

U.S. Imperialism and Global Involvement

Assessment

Interactive Video

History

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

FREE Resource

The video discusses the rise of American power and its involvement on a global scale. It covers factors like industrialization, technology, and the need for raw materials that drove the US to expand beyond its borders. The video also explores the growth of the US Navy, the concept of Manifest Destiny, and the influence of Social Darwinism in justifying imperialism. Additionally, it highlights the role of religion in spreading Christianity globally. The video concludes with instructions for students to complete related questions in their packets.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the main reasons for the U.S. to get involved globally during the rise of American power?

To engage in imperialism

To promote isolationism

To establish a monarchy

To reduce industrialization

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did new technology contribute to the U.S. becoming more involved with other countries?

By isolating the U.S. from global affairs

By reducing the need for raw materials

By slowing down communication

By improving transportation and communication

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did the U.S. seek new raw materials during its industrialization?

To decrease production

To promote agricultural development

To reduce global trade

To support its growing industries

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a key factor in the U.S. becoming a global naval power?

Focusing on land-based military

Building more railroads

Establishing naval bases worldwide

Reducing the size of the Navy

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the purpose of establishing U.S. naval bases around the world?

To promote tourism

To convert them into commercial ports

To isolate the U.S. from other nations

To serve as refueling and resupply stations

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the concept of Manifest Destiny originally about?

Reducing U.S. territory

Expanding U.S. territory from coast to coast

Promoting global peace

Establishing a monarchy

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the idea of Manifest Destiny evolve during the rise of American power?

It was abandoned completely

It became a religious movement

It expanded to include territories beyond the U.S.

It focused solely on the continental U.S.

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