Imperialism
The idea of acquiring territory over weaker countries both politically and economically
imperialism
These were the sensational newspapers by Pulitzer and Hearst that riled up war fever
Yellow Journalism
The assassination of this person sparked the start of WWI
Archduke Franz Ferdinand
What was the role of women and minorities during WWI?
fill in many factory jobs left behind
Which continent has the most people?
Asia
What is the name of Roosevelt's foreign policy?
Roosevelt Corollary or Big Stick Policy
This ship exploded in Havana Harbor, killing over 260 people....blamed on who?
USS Maine
Spain
This type of warfare was specific to WWI, separated by "no mans land"
Trench Warfare
What treaty ended WWI?
Treaty of Versailles
Which fruit has seeds on the outside?
Strawberry
Who was the business leader who argued for the annexation of Hawaii? Also why did he want this?
Sanford B. Dole
so he didn't have to pay a tariff; protect his sugar and pineapple business
This was the calvary group that went into Cuba led by Teddy Roosevelt
Rough Riders
Though fighting was waging in Europe, the US had a policy of what? Also, what was the US continuing to do?
neutrality and isolationis
trade and mobilize
What made the small event like the assassination turn into a full scale war in Europe?
the alliance system
Who was the first Disney princess?
Snow White
This policy, proposed by the US, guaranteed equal trading rights in China
Open Door Policy
This was the turning point battle in Cuba, ultimately led to the surrender of Spain
Battle of San Juan Hill
What was the German proclamation that the waters around England were a war zone and could sink all ships
Unrestricted Submarine Warfare
New weapon technology like poison gas effected soldiers in what way?
had to start carrying gas masks with them at all times
How many ghosts chase Pac-Man at the start of each game?
4
What are a couple of effects of building the Panama Canal?
faster travel time
faster naval travel
can control who used the canal
What are the three territories the Unites States acquired after winning the Spanish American War
Puerto Rico
Guam
Philippines
This ship was sunk by the Germans off the coast of Ireland, killing 128 Americans
Lusitania
What was the biggest effect of tanks during WWI?
helped move infantry across no man's land
Which powerful Mongol ruler conquered a vast empire stretching from Asia to Europe?
Genghis Khan
Alfred T. Mahan wrote Influence of Sea Power and claimed the US needed a strong what for trade and open markets?
navy and naval bases
World Power
Imperial Power
this transmission is intercepted asking for Germany and Mexico to join a military alliance
Zimmerman Telegram
What are three provisions of the treaty to end WWI?
Germany must take full responsibility
Germany lost territory
Germany loses armed forces
Germany must pay reparations
What is the tallest breed of dog in the world?
Great Dane
What are the two important reasons why the US liked the location of Hawaii and wanted to annex them
military base
protect business leaders (sugar/pineapples)
What country gained its independence after the Spanish American War
Cuba
Greatest American battle of WWI along the western front; led to a _______________
Battle of Argonne Forest
Armistice
What is the League of Nations?
coalition of nations meant to prevent another World War
What is the national animal of Scotland?
Unicorn
What are at least two examples of Roosevelt's foreign policy? (where did he want to protect, how)
Take the Panama Canal zone
Protect Latin America
Have a strong military/navy (great white fleet)
What two economic effects does the US get from winning the Spanish American War and gaining new territory? (think how can we make money)
more access to resources
better trade routes
government used this to try and influence the public into doing something they want during war time
propaganda
Why did the US Senate refuse to ratify the treaty? (What did they not want to get involved with?)
opposed the League of Nations - did not want to get pulled into another conflict
Who is the Ancient Greek God of the Sun?
Apollo
This policy by Taft encouraged investments in Latin America backed by military protection
Dollar Diplomacy
What are two resources the US is trying to protect in Cuba?
tobacco and sugar
This act was used to implement a draft to increase the size of the military
Selective Service
The Espionage Act made what illegal? Also, what did it suspend?
say negative things about the US involvement
freedom of speech (1st Amendment)
Which planet has the most moons in the Solar System?
Saturn
What is one pro and one con of imperialism? (taking over foreign lands)
new markets and materials, power, naval bases
expensive, contradictory, wars
This Amendment was put in before the war that established that the US could not take permanent control over Cuba
Teller Amendment
President Woodrow Wilson proposed this plan at the end of WWI...also what was its goal?
Fourteen Points
prevent future wars, world peace
What two things were done by the government to try to finance the war?
raise taxes
ask citizens to buy war bonds
Who was the youngest U.S. president?
Theodore Roosevelt