Early American Imperialism
The US purchased Alaska for $7.2 million from which country?
Russia
During the Spanish American War, Roosevelt led this group up San Juan Hill in Cuba
The Rough Riders
Theodore Roosevelt ordered the construction of a new series of battleships known as
The Great White Fleet
$20 million
This event led to the start of World War I
The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand
Identify 3 new technologies used in WWI
Poison gas, machine guns, tanks, submarines, airplanes, artillery
Japan kicked out all western influences beginning a period in their history known as "Sakoku" meaning what?
"Closed Country"
This event triggered the beginning of the Spanish American War
The explosion and sinking of the USS Maine
This US territory turned state was annexed for fruit/sugar plantations and to build naval bases
Hawaii
This nation tried to build a canal in Panama before America but failed.
France
The use of advertisements to promote specific feelings and actions in people is called
Propaganda
Identify 2 ways the Allied Powers punished Germany at the end of WWI
1. Pay $55 billion in reparations for war damages. 2. Stripped of all overseas territories. 3. Forced to accept full blame for starting the war
Following the Purchase of Alaska, what nickname was given to it?
Seward's Icebox OR Seward's Folly (Mistake)
What 3 territories did we obtain after winning the Spanish - American War?
Guam, the Philippines, and Puerto Rico
Why did TR issue the Roosevelt Corollary?
To serve as a warning to European nations not to interfere with the affairs of the Americas
Identify 2 ways the US was able to successfully build the Panama Canal
1. Sprayed pesticides to kill mosquitoes. 2. Modernized Panama by building railroads, brides, and more. 3. Purchased modern machinery like excavators to build canal
Identify both major causes that brought the US into WW1
1. Zimmerman Telegram - Germany promised to help Mexico reclaim the land they lost to the US in the Mexican-American War if they invaded 2. Unrestricted Submarine Warfare - Germany sank ships (like the Lusitania), killed Americans, and all while the US was neutral
What was the purpose of the League of Nations?
(The only point from the 14 Points that was used) Function as an international organization committed to maintaining peace
Why did many Americans change their mind about the Purchase of Alaska?
First gold was discovered there. Then others discovered natural resources such as oil, minerals, fish, and timber
Explain what Yellow Journalism is
When newspapers print sensationalized headlines/articles that make up wild claims and focus on storytelling in order to sell more copies
Identify and explain the phrase Theodore Roosevelt used for his foreign policy
"Speak softly and carry a big stick". Means while one should not go looking for a fight (speak softly), they should always be ready for one (big stick). Americans should build up their armed forces/military
What effect did the Panama Canal have on America's standing in the world?
Demonstrated America's power and ability to the rest of the world. We connected the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans for the first time in history.
Identify the three nations that made up EITHER the Central Powers or Allied Powers
CP - Germany, Austria-Hungary, and Ottoman Empire. AP - England, France, and Russia
What was the main purpose of Wilson's 14 Points?
To end not only World War I but all future wars
Identify TWO ways America expanded its borders
Land Purchases (Louisana Purchase), Signed Treaties (England for Oregon/NA for lands), and Wars (Mexican-American War)
How did Yellow Journalism causes the Spanish American War?
Newspapers blamed the explosion of the USS Maine as an intentional attack in the Spanish which was untrue. The public read these stories, believed the papers, and the nation declared war
What are TWO rights states have that US territories do NOT have?
1. States can vote in Presidential elections. 2. States are guaranteed representation in House/Senate. 3. States are free to pass whichever laws they would like
How was President Theodore Roosevelt able to build the Panama Canal?
Sponsored the Panamanian Revolution after Columbia refused his offer. When Panama was created, they agreed to Roosevelt's deal to build the canal
Identify each of the M.A.I.N causes of WWI
Militarism, Alliances, Imperialism, and Nationalism
Identify and explain TWO reasons why the League of Nations is considered a failure?
1. Had no army/power to enforce decisions. 2. The US did not join - weakening it. 3. Did nothing to stop Adolf Hitler or WW2