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2. Explain the idea of Imperialism.

3. Stronger nations attempt to create empires by dominating weaker nations—economically, politically, culturally, and militarily.

4. Name the 4 reasons why Imperialism grew.

5. Economic
Nationalistic
Military
Humanitarian

6. What was the reason for imperialism in regards to military?

7. - Fuel and supply ports to supply and army (e.g., Oil)
- Advanced technology that allowed for take overs

8. Explain what the Monroe Doctrine stated.

9. America wished to remain neutral and not intervene in global issues (showed that the US did not wish to expand or imperialize other weaker nations)
- Did not want Europe to be involved with the Western Hemisphere, so they would intervene if European nations attempted to take over in this region

10. What were William Sewards’ reasons behind purchasing Alaska?

11. 1. More land and resources 2. Push British out of Canada

12. What is the argument for expansion by promoting economic growth?

13. - More resources (oil, rubber, etc.)
- More markets to sell our goods

14. What was the main goal of the US during the Spanish-American War?

15. Gain spheres of influence in South America and the Caribbean.

16. Name the 4 factors that led to the Spanish-American War.

17. (would also accept displays of power)
1. Cuban Rebellion
2. Yellow Journalism
3. De Lome Letter
4. USS Maine bombing
(would also accept displays of power)

18. Explain Yellow Journalism and how it led to war with Spain.

19. - Pushed public opinion against the Spanish and the US into war
Outrageous and sometimes false accusations made by newspapers to get readers to read their newspapers
- Pushed public opinion against the Spanish and the US into war

20. Explain how the sinking of the USS Maine led the US and Spanish into war.

21. - Yellow journalism blamed the Spanish for the bombing and it was the final straw
- Really no one knows how the explosion occurred but most feel it was an accident (fire)

22. What was the purpose of the Panama Canal and what was the reaction of Congress when Roosevelt obtained the Canal zone?

23. - Create a better trade and transportation route to the West and Asia
- Congress was not happy with how Roosevelt intervened in the situation to obtain the canal zone

24. Explain Big Stick Diplomacy. What does the “big stick” represent?

25. Diplomacy of Teddy Roosevelt to rule by force (aggressive foreign policy)
- Navy=Big Stick

26. Explain the Roosevelt Corollary.

27. The US would not acquire anymore territory in the Americas
The US would not acquire anymore territory in the Americas. US would only intervene in neighbors affairs to restore order and keep other nations out. .

28. Explain Dollar Diplomacy.

29. By investing in other countries and forming alliances economically, the US could have investments around the world and have allies in the future.

30. Explain Moral Diplomacy.

31. Applying moral and legalistic standards to foreign policy.

32. Who is each foreign policy related to:
Big Stick diplomacy
Dollar diplomacy
Moral diplomacy

33. Teddy Roosevelt- Big Stick William H. Taft- Dollar diplomacy
Woodrow Wilson- Moral diplomacy

34. What was one place we annexed that gave us a refuel and repair station in the Pacific? (became a state in 1959)

35. Hawaii

36. Explain the Platt Amendment

37. Cuban government could not enter foreign agreements, and must give the US the right to intervene and establish naval bases in Cuba.

38. What did the Treaty of Paris do?

39. Spain recognizes Cuba as independent.
For $20 million, the US receives- Philippines, Guam, Puerto Rico

40. Explain Open Door policy.

41. Keep China open for trade with other countries so not one European country could monopolize China’s industry.

42. What are the three main arguments against Imperialism?

43. Racial
Moral and Political
Economic

44. How is US imperialism viewed from abroad?

45. Some feel we are protectors of the weak and defenseless, others say we are bully’s out for our own self interests.

46. Describe 5 arguments made by Pro-Imperialists.

47. - Moral duty -Be competitive -Economic (need resources) -Military (need stations and maintain force in the world) -American spirit and tradition

48. Explain the argument to Preserve the American Spirit.

49. Expansion into an empire to promote pioneer spirit.
Social Darwinism to justify takeovers of foreign nations

50. What was the Great White Fleet?

51. Fleet of Naval ships sent around the world to promote the US Navy and show off our fire power.

52. Interpret a political cartoon.
Final Jeopardy!
Interpret a political cartoon.

54. Answer will vary but must be complete.