Spanish-American War
What year did the Spanish-American War happen?
1898
Who wrote "The Influence of Sea Power Upon History?"
Alfred T. Mahan
During WWI, what was Britain's relationship to the United States?
Alliance
What was the Zimmerman Telegram?
A telegram from Germany to Mexico encouraging them to attack the US in return for regaining the Mexican Cession.
What made the invention of the gas mask necessary?
Chemical Warfare
Name two causes of the Spanish-American War
DeLome Letter, USS Maine, Imperialist Ambition, Yellow Journalism
The building of what construction project decreased travel time between the Atlantic and Pacific?
Panama Canal
A large buildup of military in a country, beyond what is needed for defense.
Militarism
Why were the Americans mad that the Lusitania sank?
It was carrying American passengers
What machine was used by the Germans during "Unrestricted ___________ Warfare?"
submarines or U-Boats
Name at least two territories that were ceded to the United States at the time of the Spanish-American War.
Puerto Rico, Guam, Philippines, Hawaii
Which island resisted becoming a US Territory?
Hawaii
Intense pride in one's country, an extreme form of patriotism.
Nationalism
Who was one of the most decorated soldiers of WWI
Alvin York
What machine allowed countries to see what the other side was doing?
Airplanes or Zeppelins
Who led the Rough Riders on San Juan Hill?
Theodore Roosevelt
What Imperialist policy proposed equal trade with China?
Open-Door Policy
Imperialism
Who was our General in charge of the Americans, including their training?
Pershing
What technology led to more mass casualties than any other during WWI?
Machine Guns
The end of the Spanish-American War led to the United States having what status?
A World Power
What is an Empire in relation to a Country?
An empire is the next level of hierarchy, or a country that owns other countries.
This person's assassination officially started World War I
Archduke Ferdinand
At the end of WWI, President Woodrow Wilson created what document? Stating what?
The 14 Points, suggestions for helping to make sure another World War didn't happen.
What invention led to more "friendly fire" incidents?
Flamethrower