Causes of American Imperialism
What is Imperialism?
extension of a nations power over other lands
What Policy let the US trade with other countries?
Open Door Policy
What does the M stand for in M.A.I.N. (causes of ww1)
Militarism
What was the job women had that delt with farming?
a. plowed fields
b. Planted seeds
c. Sold crops
Who came up with the 14 points?
Woodrow Wilson
What is 1 economic reason for imperialism?
New Resources, New Customers
Flooded with Goods, Western Powers
What country did the US want to gain because they weren't Industrialized yet?
Japan
What ship did the Germans sink?
RMS Lusitania
True or False;
African American's were hired for full time jobs.
True
What was the main point of the Treaty of Versailles?
To punish Germans.
For or Against?; "US must keep up with other countries who are expanding"
For
The Boxer Rebellion was a fight between our president and Chinas president.
True; or False.
FALSE; it was westerners that attack Chinese Christians
Who was assassinated?
Franz Ferinand and his wife sophie.
Why did African American's move north?
They got better pay and more job oppourunities.
What happened to Germany's military.
It was greatly reduced.
What reason for imperialism was "strong navies defend their shore and protect trade"
Naval Reason
Who proposed the Open Door Policy?
John Hay
Who did Arthur Zimmerman send a message to, to start a war with the U.S?
Mexico
Who published a newspaper to promote involvement for African Americans.
W.E.B Dubois
Why did Wilsons's 14 points outline world peace?
To end future disputes between countries and governments.
What countries do the US control from imperialism?
Puerto Rico, Panama, Cuba, and the Philippines
What was the name of the Fleet that took boats around to show strength and American diplomacy.
Great White Fleet
How long did it take the ship to sink?
18 minutes.
What did women do sense they couldn't serve in the military?
Work, and stayed at home.
What was the League of Nations?
Cooperation of many nations to achieve success