WorksheetsImperialism in U.S. History
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Worksheet time: 39mins
What term is used to describe the policy of extending a country's power and influence through diplomacy or military force?
Annexation
Imperialism
Isolationism
Dollar Diplomacy
Which of the following was a conflict that occurred between the United States and Spain, which is often associated with the rallying cry "Remember the Maine"?
World War I
The Korean War
The Spanish-American War
The Vietnam War
Which amendment to a joint resolution of the United States Congress was intended to limit U.S. involvement in Cuba?
Monroe Doctrine
Teller Amendment
Roosevelt Corollary
Treaty of Paris (1898)
What was the name given to the volunteer cavalry regiment led by Theodore Roosevelt during the Spanish-American War?
Rough Riders
Green Berets
Minutemen
Navy SEALs
Which doctrine stated that further efforts by European nations to colonize land or interfere with states in North or South America would be viewed as acts of aggression requiring U.S. intervention?
Open Door Policy
Monroe Doctrine
Roosevelt Corollary
Dollar Diplomacy
What was the Roosevelt Corollary an extension of?
Teller Amendment
Monroe Doctrine
Treaty of Paris (1898)
Open Door Policy
Which U.S. President is associated with the phrase "Speak softly and carry a big stick" and was also a key figure in the construction of the Panama Canal?
William McKinley
Woodrow Wilson
William Taft
Theodore Roosevelt
What was the purpose of the Open Door Policy?
To establish a U.S. colonial empire in the Pacific
To promote equal trade opportunities in China
To annex territories in Latin America
To isolate the United States from European conflicts
What was the largest new territory acquired by the U.S. after the Civil War?
The Midway Islands
The Samoan Islands
Alaska
The Philippines
In what year did Alaska become a U.S. state?
1867
1878
1898
1959
Which islands were used as a fueling station for ships sailing between the U.S. and Asian ports?
The Samoan Islands
The Midway Islands
Guam
Puerto Rico
Between which years were the Samoan Islands divided between the U.S. and Germany?
1867 and 1878
1878 and 1898
1898 and 1899
1899 and 1900
As a result of the Spanish-American War, which of the following territories did the U.S. acquire?
The Philippines, Guam, Puerto Rico, and Cuba
Alaska, The Midway Islands, Guam, and Puerto Rico
The Samoan Islands, Guam, Puerto Rico, and Cuba
Wake Island, Guam, Puerto Rico, and The Midway Islands
Which unpopulated island did the U.S. occupy during the Spanish-American War and later formally claimed?
Guam
Puerto Rico
Wake Island
Cuba
What year did Hawaii become a U.S. state after the U.S. government removed Queen Liliuokalani?
1893
1898
1900
1959
Which narrow strip of land did the U.S. take over after Panama won its independence from Columbia with America's assistance?
The Panama Canal Zone
The Suez Canal Zone
The Strait of Magellan
The Bering Strait
In which year did the U.S. claim the U.S. Virgin Islands?
1916
1917
1920
1923
From which country did the U.S. buy the U.S. Virgin Islands?
France
The Netherlands
Denmark
Great Britain
During the age of imperialism, America forced which country to open trade?
China
Japan
India
Korea
Which President is associated with the Monroe Doctrine?
Woodrow Wilson
William Howard Taft
Theodore Roosevelt
James Monroe
What was the primary theme of Washington's Farewell Address according to the text?
The importance of political parties
The preservation of the Union
The dangers of foreign alliances
The benefits of sectionalism
What time period is often referred to as the "Age of Imperialism"?
Early 1800s
Late 1800s
Early 1900s
Mid-1700s
Which regions were primarily affected by European nations' pursuit of colonies during the Age of Imperialism?
Europe and the Americas
Africa and parts of Asia and the Pacific
The Middle East and Central Asia
North and South Poles
According to the U.S. Census Superintendent in 1890, what was the status of the western part of the continent?
It was fully settled by the U.S.
It was still largely unsettled due to the Manifest Destiny movement
It was broken into separate, independent countries
It was completely colonized by European powers
What was the policy of imperialism?
The policy of maintaining small states with no future.
The policy of expanding territory and influence through diplomacy alone.
The policy of consolidating wealth, labor, and territory into great nations.
The policy of allowing nations to remain isolated and self-sufficient.
How is the policy of imperialism different than isolationism?
Imperialism involves consolidating power, while isolationism involves expanding territory.
Imperialism involves expanding influence and territory, while isolationism involves avoiding entanglements with other countries.
Imperialism and isolationism are not different; they are the same policy.
Imperialism involves maintaining small states, while isolationism involves building great nations.
What factors fueled the emergency of U.S. imperialism?
The desire to remain isolated from world affairs.
The need to absorb great nations for future expansion and defense.
The movement towards small, self-sufficient communities.
The lack of interest in advancing civilization.
What is the meaning of "cultivation" in the context of personal development?
The process of preparing land for farming
Advancement in physical, intellectual, or moral condition; refinement; culture
The act of collecting artifacts
The decline of moral standards
What is a "foothold" in a business context?
A physical location where a business is situated
A firm or secure position that provides a base for further advancement
A financial setback or loss
A temporary partnership between companies
What is the definition of "dominions"?
Areas of land suitable for agriculture
Control or the exercise of control; sovereignty; a territory or sphere of influence or control
The outer regions of a kingdom
The subjects or citizens of a particular ruler
What is "capital" in the context of economics?
The political center of a country
A type of small, unimportant currency
Wealth in the form of money or property, used or accumulated in a business by a person, partnership, or corporation
The historical monuments found in a city
What does "chaos" mean?
A state of extreme confusion and disorder
A peaceful and orderly situation
The creation of a work of art
A type of ancient Greek architecture
What does "reign" signify?
To serve as a member of a royal court
To rule, dominance or widespread influence
To abdicate from a throne
To engage in a competitive sport
What is the "frontier of settlement" in the context of U.S. history?
The original thirteen colonies
The boundary between settled and unsettled land during the Manifest Destiny Movement
The area around the Mississippi River
The trade routes used by early American settlers
According to President William McKinley's War Message to Congress, what is the first reason for intervention in Cuba?
To protect American property in Cuba
To put an end to the barbarities, bloodshed, starvation, and horrible miseries existing there
To maintain good trading relations with neighboring countries
To enforce a truce and guide the eventual settlement
What is the second reason President McKinley provides for intervention in Cuba?
To protect American citizens and their property in Cuba
To stop the war as a neutral party
To prevent the seizure of American trading vessels
To avoid the expenses of a conflict waged for years
What is the third reason for intervention in Cuba mentioned by President McKinley?
To prevent the destruction of property and lives of American citizens
To protect the interests of American businesses
To prevent serious injury to commerce, trade, and business of the people and the unjust destruction of property and loss of life
To enforce a truce and guide the eventual settlement
Which of the following is considered by President McKinley as the utmost important reason for intervention in Cuba?
The need to enforce a truce for eventual settlement
The barbarities and miseries existing in Cuba
The protection of American citizens and their property
The constant menace to peace and the expense to the government due to the condition in Cuba
According to the excerpt, what were the reasons for the United States becoming an imperial power at the end of the 19th century?
Economic recession, political instability, and military weakness
Desire for military strength, thirst for new markets, and belief in cultural superiority
Exploration of new lands, scientific research, and international diplomacy
Overpopulation, lack of natural resources, and technological advancements
What is the main theme of the excerpt from James A. Michener's "Hawaii" as described in the text?
The daily life of native Hawaiians and their traditions
The power struggle between native Hawaiians and American sugar planters
The introduction of Christianity to the Hawaiian islands
The impact of tourism on the Hawaiian economy
According to the text, how did the American troops respond to the situation when they arrived in Hawaii?
They immediately started trading with the Hawaiians
They offered to mediate between the two parties
They supported the queen and helped her to maintain her position
They helped to shore in favor of the sugar planters and overthrew the queen
What did the loyalists' leader ask after the queen had abdicated?
Who will lead us now?
What are the terms of surrender?
She's what?
Anybody here speak Hawaiian?
What action did the American troops take as the volunteers marched to give them battle?
They retreated immediately
They joined forces with the volunteers
They prepared for a peaceful negotiation
They did not engage and said, "There's no war. The queen has abdicated."
What was the outcome of the revolution as mentioned in the text?
The monarchy was restored
Kimo returned to music school
The queen's forces won the battle
The queen abdicated and the monarchy was overthrown
According to the text, why did President Cleveland withdraw the treaty of annexation of Hawaii?
He believed the annexation was supported by the majority of Hawaiians.
He thought it would improve international relations.
He felt the annexation would lower national standards and endorse selfishness.
He was convinced that the annexation would benefit the sugar interests.
What was the perspective of the son of a missionary on the annexation of Hawaii?
He was indifferent to the political situation.
He was a profound patriot who loved Hawaii above all else.
He believed that the indigenous citizens were suited to govern themselves.
He thought that Hawaii should become Canadian.
What did the Secretary of State write regarding the United States' stance on the Hawaiian Islands?
The United States would accept the Hawaiian Islands on the terms under which they had been offered.
The United States would not accept the Hawaiian Islands on the terms under which they had been offered.
The United States was indifferent to the acquisition of the Hawaiian Islands.
The United States would only accept the Hawaiian Islands if it benefited their sugar trade.
What was the outcome of the investigation led by the Committee of Nine in Hawaii?
They found that the annexation was carried out legally and with the support of Hawaiians.
They discovered that the annexation was the result of a conspiracy involving the American Minister, sugar interests, and the captain of an American vessel.
They concluded that the annexation should proceed immediately.
They reported that the annexation had no significant opposition from the Hawaiian people.
What was the general sentiment in Hawaii between September and October, 1893?
The monarchy was stable and secure.
There was a strong push for American annexation.
There was uneasiness and the monarchy's power was waning.
The queen had been restored to power without issue.
What did President Cleveland believe should happen to the Hawaiian monarchy?
It should be overthrown by American forces.
It should be annexed by the United States.
It should be restored to power.
It should be completely dismantled.
What did the new investigator announce regarding the annexation of Hawaii by America?
He announced that the annexation would proceed immediately.
He announced that the annexation was not under consideration.
He announced that the queen would be restored to power.
He announced that the annexation was no longer under discussion.
According to the text, what did Queen Liliuokalani not understand about the term "amnesty"?
She did not understand why amnesty was being offered.
She did not understand the meaning of the word.
She did not understand the conditions attached to the amnesty.
She did not understand the implications of accepting amnesty.
What did Queen Liliuokalani suggest should happen to the rebels?
They should be given amnesty.
They should be exiled from Hawaii.
They should be beheaded.
They should be imprisoned.
What does the word "Shudder" mean?
To obey or support
To shake or tremble uncontrollably
To criticize or reprimand sharply
To impose something on somebody
What is the meaning of "Perversion"?
A general pardon for crimes
A decorative covering for a horse
Changing something good into something bad
A group or collection that is impressive
What does "Sovereign" refer to?
A chronological mistake
A worship of a physical object
Independent; self-governing
A display of great splendor
What is an "Anachronism"?
A stubborn person
A chronological mistake
A passionate person
A threatening situation
What does it mean to "Adhere"?
To split up a group
To resign a position
To obey or support
To pass time aimlessly
What is the definition of "Disband"?
To cover with gold
To break up a group or organization
To worship a physical object
To send somebody away to do something
What does "Abdicate" mean?
To criticize sharply
To impose something
To resign a high office
To be enthusiastic
What does "Idle" mean?
To be agreeable and friendly
To belong to a place natively
To worship a physical object
To pass time aimlessly
What does "Gilt" refer to?
A general pardon
A decorative covering for a horse
Covered with a thick layer of gold
Ceremonial splendor
What does "Congenial" mean?
Dangerous
Agreeable, pleasant, friendly
Stubborn, refusing to change
A group or collection that is impressive
What is the meaning of "Indigenous"?
Worshiping a physical object
Belonging to a place, natively inhabiting
Threatening; suggesting something bad
Stubborn, refusing to change
What does "Idolatry" refer to?
The worship of a physical object as a god
A dangerous situation
A passionate and enthusiastic attitude
A stubborn person
What does "Perilous" mean?
Very dangerous
To criticize or reprimand sharply
To impose something on somebody
To send somebody away to do something
What does "Rebuke" mean?
To criticize or reprimand somebody, usually sharply
To impose something on somebody
To send somebody away to do something
An irresistible force that makes somebody do something
What does "Foist" mean?
To criticize or reprimand sharply
To impose something on somebody
To send somebody away to do something
To pass time aimlessly
What is the meaning of "Dispatch"?
To impose something on somebody
To criticize or reprimand sharply
To send somebody away to do something
To pass time aimlessly
What does "Compulsion" refer to?
A general pardon for crimes
A decorative covering for a horse
An irresistible force that makes somebody do something
A group or collection that is impressive
What does "Ardent" mean?
A chronological mistake
Passionate, enthusiastic
A worship of a physical object
A display of great splendor
What does "Ominous" mean?
Stubborn, refusing to change
Threatening; suggesting something bad is going to happen
A group or collection that is impressive
A general pardon, especially for crimes
What is the meaning of "Obstinate"?
A chronological mistake
A worship of a physical object
Stubborn, refusing to change
A display of great splendor
What does "Panoply" refer to?
A general pardon for crimes
A decorative covering for a horse
A group or collection that is impressive
Ceremonial splendor
What is the definition of "Caparison"?
A general pardon for crimes
A decorative covering for a horse
A group or collection that is impressive
Ceremonial splendor
What does "Pomp" mean?
A general pardon for crimes
A decorative covering for a horse
A group or collection that is impressive
Ceremonial splendor; a display of great splendor and magnificence
What is "Amnesty"?
A general pardon, especially for those who have committed political crimes
A decorative covering for a horse
A group or collection that is impressive
Ceremonial splendor
