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To add or incorporate territory into an existing country or state.

The policy of building an empire by founding colonies or conquering other nations.

The policy of avoiding involvement in the affairs of other countries.

Areas where a foreign nation controlled resources and had significant political and economic influence.

The policy that stated that all nations should have equal access to China's markets and resources.

A violent uprising in China led by Chinese nationalists (Boxers) who were angered by foreign involvement in the country.

The practice of publishing exaggerated or sensationalized news stories, often used by newspapers like Pulitzer and Hearst to attract readership.

A provision added to the U.S. declaration of war against Spain in 1898, which stated that the United States had no interest in taking control of Cuba.

A group that opposed U.S. imperialism and advocated for the independence of nations.

An amendment to the Cuban constitution that limited Cuba's right to make treaties and allowed the United States to intervene in Cuban affairs.

A canal that linked the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, providing a shortcut for international trade and military transport.

An addition to the Monroe Doctrine, which stated that the United States had the right to intervene in the affairs of Latin American countries to maintain stability and protect its interests.

The use of economic influence and financial aid to promote U.S. interests and exert control over other countries.

A long and violent struggle for power in Mexico, characterized by political and social upheaval.

The U.S. Secretary of State who led the United States in buying Alaska from Russia for $7.2 million dollars.

The Queen of Hawaii who opposed the annexation of Hawaii by the United States.

A Filipino leader who helped the United States take control of the Philippines during the Spanish-American War.

A U.S. general who was sent to Mexico to capture the Mexican revolutionary leader Francisco Villa.

A Mexican revolutionary leader who killed 17 Americans in New Mexico, leading to tensions between the United States and Mexico.