2.  1.Define Imperialism: The policy in which stronger nations extend their economic, political, or military control over weaker territories. 2. What three factors fueled the emergence of U.S. imperialism? - Desire for military strength -Thirst for new markets (raw materials & places to sell products) -Belief in cultural superiority 3.Why did many business leaders ague that imperialism would help the nation’s economy? (What did they believe it would do?) It would provide a solution to American overproduction. (Provide a market to sell goods and a source of raw materials)

3.  4. How did Alaska turn out to be a good deal for the United States? For about 2 cents an acre, the United States acquired a land rich in timber, minerals, and oil. 5.Why did many people in the United States favor the annexation of Hawaii? -Pearl Harbor-refueling station for American ships -Didn’t want to pay the duty (tax) on sugar 6.Should the United States annex foreign territories? Give arguments for and against annexation. For: ? Against: ?

4.  U.S. Becomes a World Power