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WorksheetsImperialism and WWI Review
Total questions: 59
Worksheet time: 59mins
The Spanish-American War (1898) marked a turning point in American foreign policy because the United States-
developed a plan for peaceful coexistence
emerged as a new world power with an overseas empire
pledged neutrality in future European conflicts
refused to become a colonial power
What was a major purpose of the 1898 newspaper headline above?
rallying support for a declaration of war against Spain
promoting peace between Spain and the United States
supporting humanitarian aid for the suffering Cuban people
punishing the citizens of Cuba
In the late 1800s, an increased demand for raw materials and a desire for new markets contributed to the United States adopting a policy of
isolationism
collective security
imperialism
pacificism
A. The United States claims the Hawaiian Islands.
B. Puerto Rico becomes a United States territory.
C. The United States fights an insurrection in the Philippine Islands.
D. The United States Senate ratifies the Panama Canal treaty.
Which is the best heading for the actions above?
Rise of American Imperialism
Causes of World War I
Enforcement of the Monroe Doctrine
Trade Expansion in East Asia
• Famous Rough Rider
• First American to win the Nobel Peace Prize
• Motto was “Speak softly and carry a big stick”
• Strengthened the U.S. Navy
Which twentieth-century U.S. leader is described by the list above?
Henry Cabot Lodge
George Marshall
Theodore Roosevelt
Harry Truman
1) Varying elevation
2) Tropical climate
3) Swampy land
4) Rock slides
5) Yellow fever
The best title for the above factors is -
Obstacles to Building the Transcontinental Railroad
Challenges During the Construction of the Panama Canal
Difficulties Faced by Pioneers Settling the Great Plains
Problems Encountered by Immigrants Entering at Ellis Island
As a result of the Spanish-American War, the United States saw the need to build the Panama Canal because
new colonies had been acquired in Africa
Spanish opposition to the canal had ended
the United States navy could then move more quickly between oceans
United States railroads could not transport enough manufactured goods
President Theodore Roosevelt's Big Stick Policy was closely associated with-
friendly relations with China after the Boxer Rebellion
the conservation of natural resources
court actions to oppose business monopolies
intervention in the affairs of Latin American nations
In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the United States became involved in Latin America primarily to
raise Latin American living standards
protect its economic interests
protect existing colonies
stop the flow of illegal drugs
The headline in this newspaper are an example of
yellow journalism
muckraking literature
investigative reporting
government censorship
Which policy sought to further American interests in Latin America by using the financial power of American business?
Policy of "Watchful Waiting"
Big Stick Policy
balance of power
Dollar Diplomacy
What was a primary reason for the establishment of the Open Door Policy?
to protect United States trade in China
to gain control of the Panama Canal Zone
to encourage Chinese immigration to the United States
to improve relations with China
1) Supported building a canal in Panama
2) Leading imperialist who urged Americans to increase their navy
Which individual is described above?
Woodrow Wilson
Sanford B. Dole
John Hay
Alfred Thayer Mahan
1) Helped to overthrow Queen Liliuokalani
2) Served as President and Governor of Hawaii
Moorfield Storey
Sanford B. Dole
William H. Taft
Andrew Carnegie
In the 1890s, the main goal of those who supported United States imperialism was to
bring self-government to areas under United States control
obtain overseas markets and naval bases
defend against attacks by enemy nations
spread democracy to Africa and Latin America
The explosion of the USS Maine and the practice
of yellow journalism played a significant role in the
public’s support for the Spanish-American War
creation of the Open Door policy
acquisition of Florida
purchase of Alaska
How did Sanford B. Dole and Christian missionaries impact the Hawaiian islands?
They strengthened the authority of the ruling aristocracy
They supported the U.S. annexation of Hawaii.
They promoted the preservation of native autonomy
They supported the declaration of war against Spain
Guam, Philippines and Puerto Rico are territories that came under US control following what conflict?
Mexican War
World War I
War of 1812
Spanish American War
Which is the BEST example of how the physical geography of the region slowed the construction of the Panama Canal?
Protest form the local citizens of Panama interfered with American work schedules.
Many workers were killed or sickened by malaria and yellow fever carried by mosquitoes.
Arguments between government leaders of the United States and Panama slowed its construction.
American contractors were forced to bring in new equipment to replace older, outdated French equipment.
Before the late 1800’s, the United States did not seriously involve itself in overseas expansion largely because it
Did not have a navy and could not compete with Europeans.
Was recovering from its defeat in the Spanish-American war.
Believed imperialism was immoral and against Christian values.
Was primarily concerned with westward expansion and internal problems.
The Open Door Policy changed America's interests in what way?
Allowed the US to let anyone start a company.
Allowed other nations to grow and develop business opportunities in America
Extend trade with China to the US as well as Europe and Japan
Encouraged immigration from all areas of the world.
"High cost of defending territories outside the United States"
"United States tradition of non-involvement"
Which title best explains the quotes above?
I. _________________________________
A. The United States claims the Hawaiian Islands. B. Puerto Rico becomes a United States territory.
C. The United States fights an insurrection in the Philippine Islands.
D. The United States Senate ratifies the Panama Canal treaty
Which of the following is true about the Boxer Rebellion?
The rebellion took place in Japan.
The Boxers were trying to keep Christianity in China.
The Boxers were unhappy with foreign influence in China.
The Boxers were able to drive out the foreigners from China.
The partial outline below describes what important historical developments?
I. ____________________
A. Growing nationalism in Europe
B. Growing militarism in Europe
C. The creation of secret alliances
The colonization of Africa and Asia
The rise of democracy
The causes of communism
The causes of WWI
Why were the Balkans referred to as the "Powder Keg of Europe" in the period prior to World War I?
Because of the large deposits of saltpeter and sulfur in the region
Because of the manufacturing ability of the nations in the region
Because of the nationalistic rivalries that existed in the region
Because of the vast stockpiles of weapons in the region
The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand was the immediate cause of which conflict?
World War I
The Franco-Prussian War
World War II
The Russo-Japanese War
Which statement about the technology developed during World War I is correct?
The new technology led to fewer refugees being displaced from their homes during the conflict.
The new technology created deadlier weapons which led to increased military casualties in battles fought during the conflict.
The new technology led to smaller nations joining large empires following the conflict.
The new technology led to a reduced focus on transportation improvements following the conflict.
Read the excerpt below and answer the question that follows.
"To keep out the chill night winds the men had spread their shelter halves over the foxholes which had been dug into the side of the bank. When the enemy’s barrage opened it was directed particularly at this spot, where he believed the infantry was lying in readiness to go over. It was not surprising, then, that the entire vicinity was thoroughly bombarded. In quick succession the shells struck, many of them so near that they blew men to pieces less than ten feet from us and peppered our shelter halves with stones and lumps of mud, leaving many of them perforated like sieves."
— William L. Langer, Gas and Flame in World War I, Knopf/Borzoi
Which characteristic of warfare associated with World War I is described in the excerpt?
Trench warfare
Air Warfare
Submarine warfare
Armored warfare
All of the following are regarded as primary causes of World War I except___________
alliances.
nationalism.
militarism.
communism.
Imperialism.
What was an immediate result of the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand in 1914?
Germany signed a peace treaty
Great Britain formed an alliance with Belgium
Russia’s monarch was overthrown
Austria-Hungary declared war on Serbia after delivering an unworkable ultimatum
The Schenck v. U.S. case established the legal precedent in the U.S. that
Immigrants who had lived in the U.S. for at least five years could be drafted regardless of citizenship
Free speech was not protected when it caused danger to others
The draft could be used in times of peace
Men & women could be drafted despite their age, occupation, or status of education
The American government mobilized citizens for the war effort by
asking them to purchase Liberty Bonds
creating slogans like "Meatless Mondays" to promote food rationing
increasing wages for factory workers in defense industries
All of the above
The Great Migration that took place between 1915 and 1930 refers to
workers who left the northeast for the south
Native American Indians who left their reservations
middle-class whites who left cities to settle in the suburbs
African Americans who left the rural south for northern cities
How did Congress ensure that
the US had enough troops to serve in World War I?
Congress allowed women to assume combat duty in the armed forces
The Selective Service Act of 1917 required all men between 21 and 30 to register for the draft
Congress forced African-Americans to serve in the armed forces
Congress offered a free education and free land to anyone willing to serve
Which of the following most accurately explains how the United States government mobilized the economic power of the United States?
The Committee on Public Information issued propaganda to encourage pro-war sentiment in the nation
The government used the Sedition Act to limit anti-war propaganda
The War Industries Board coordinated the production of war-time goods necessary to win the conflict
The government passed the Selective Service Act to force men to register for the draft
Which of the following is true of minority economic opportunity during times of war?
During times of war, there is less economic opportunity for minorities because the government may crack down on freedom of speech.
During times of war, there is increased economic opportunity for minorities because many men are serving in the military.
During times of war, minorities have the opportunity to become soldiers.
During times of war, there minorities can run for public office.
President Woodrow Wilson's Fourteen Points were proposals that he believed would bring about
a just and lasting peace
the containment of facism
a reduction in US involvement in world affairs
a reestablishment of the prewar situation in Europe
Of the Fourteen points, which was accepted by the allies?
The League of nations
freedom of the seas
less colonialism
a reduction of arms
conduct or speech inciting people to rebel against the authority of a state or monarch.
sedition
espionage
censorship
industry
the practice of spying or of using spies, typically by governments to obtain political and military information.
sedition
espionage
censorship
industry
The Espionage and Sedition Acts affected freedom of speech because they
forced the repeal of the first amendment
increased the freedom of speech allowed to individual people
allowed the government to control speech and press during times of "clear and present danger"
required citizens to refer to common household products using nationalistic language
