Misc.
What is yellow journalism similar to today?
Fake news or Clickbait
What were the Causes of the Spanish-American War
Spain's Treatment of the Cubans, Yellow Journalism, and a Rise in Nationalism
Who are the Rough Riders
A ragtag volunteer group of Cavalry men led by Theodore Roosevelt in the Spanish American War.
Why was it a gamble for Germany to use unrestricted submarine warfare?
They thought that it would slow or even stop the US' entry. It had the exact opposite affect.
What is an Alliance?
What is Militarism?
The buildup of a nations militarism
Why was the addition of Hawaii important to the security of the United States?
No European powers were able to come close to our west coast. We now rule the eastern pacific.
What was the economic policy that Roosevelt put an end to?
Laissez-Faire
What is a liberty bond?
The government would sell (barrow) money the citizens for usually around 50 dollars. The bond would be paid back with interest after so many years.
Why did the Scramble for Africa create problems in Europe?
There are limited resources and land. The Europeans were racing each other to gather as much of it as they could...Kindergarteners in a playpen without enough toys
Who were the buffalo soldiers?
All black cavalry Unit lead by Black Jack Pershing that took San Juan Hill
Explain China's Open Door, the United State's role in it, and how it was different than the scramble for Africa.
China's open door was the Idea that China could remain independent. The United States' secretary of state was the originator of this idea. This is the exact opposite of what had happened in Africa.
President Roosevelt was the first president to actually regulate what?
Monopolies and Big Business
What was the Zimmerman Telegram
Germany asked Mexico to attack the US in order to distract the US. In return, Mexico would be given all of the land lost in the Mexican-American War.
What are the 4 MAIN causes of World War I
Militarism, Alliances, Imperialism, and Nationalism
How much did the US buy Alaska for?
7.2 million or less than 8 million
What is Yellow Journalism?
Sensationalized news stories for the purpose of selling more copies
What Hill did the Rough Riders actually take?
Kettle Hill
Why did so many African Americans leave the south for cities like Detroit at this time?
In search of a better life and to fill the open factory jobs that were being left by white Americans that were joining the military and or being drafted
What were the peace talks called?
The Paris Peace Conference
What is Nationalism?
What is Imperialism
A nation expanding itself through military or diplomatic means in the pursuit of resources
What was the quote that Theodore Roosevelt used to emulate his style of business?
"Speak softly and carry a big stick, you'll go far."
What were the Palmer Raids and what caused them?
In late 1919 and early 1920 there were two waves of mass arrests where citizens and immigrants suspected of anti-American ideas and feelings were arrested, held without warrants and in some cases deported. They were sparked by a series of coordinated bombings that included the Attorney General of the US' house being hit.
Why did the US not join the league of nations or sign the armistice?
Congress did not want to be forced to fight in another war in Europe. Also they did not agree with the moves that were made by Great Britain and France against Germany.