Vocab
Define: Imperialism
a policy of extending a country's power and influence through diplomacy or military force.
How was American Imperialism justified by Social Darwinism?
Powerful nations were meant to dominate weaker societies
Which theory did robber barons use to justify their accumulation of wealth?
Social Darwinism
-Theodore Roosevelt
The above quote is talking about which of the following?
the Panama Canal
What is the name of Mrs. G's Dog??
Pyper!!
Define: Monroe Doctrine
warned European powers not to interfere in the affairs of the Western Hemisphere.
Prior to the Civil War, states used Popular Sovereignty to accomplish what goal?
(Hint: Bleeding Kansas)
Deciding the legalization of slavery in new states added into the country
What did Plessy V Ferguson establish?
Separate but equal (Lawful Segregation)
The Espionage Act of 1918 included punishments for speaking or writing "disloyal", scurrilous or abusive language about the American form of government, the Constitution, or the flag..."
The passage and enforcement of the Espionage Act by the Wilson Administration reflected what fear the Federal govt had?
nation's war effort would be threatened if dissenters were allowed free speech.
What is my coffee order?
Lg Iced Latte
(espresso, milk and ice)
"Walk through the world quietly, speak softly, yet carry a big stick" - Roosevelt
Describe what Big Stick Diplomacy means
Strive for peace but when it is unavoidable bring down the force of the U.S military
What was the main importance (success) of the Articles of Confederation?
It gave the United States a blueprint for adding new territory into the country (North-West Ordinence)
What did the supreme court decision "Marbury V Madison" create?
judicial review
What role did Alliances play in starting the first world war?
Alliances triggered a domino effect of more nations becoming involved in the global conflict
Who is the Best artist of all time?
TAYLOR SWIFT
Define "dollar diplomacy"
What was the impact of the Declaration of Independence on the American colonies?
It convinced reluctant colonists to join the fight.
During Reconstruction, why did southern states pass Black Codes?
To deny equal rights to African Americans
What policy did the U.S practice prior to the entrance into the war?
Isolationist policy
What sport did Mrs. G play in college AND what position?
College Softball Pitcher
The united states goal of controlling the land from the Atlantic to the pacific ocean
Whiskey Rebellion Timeline of Events
March 1791: Federalists in Congress success in passing an excise tax on domestically distilled liquor.
July 1794: Following unsuccessful petitions against the excise tax, an armed group in Western Pennsylvania, attacks a federal marshal.
August 7, 1794: Washington as commander in chief calls up the militia in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Maryland, and Virginia assemble a force of nearly 13,000 men.
November, 17, 1794: Hamilton writes to Washington from western Pennsylvania that the armed group has mainly disbanded and dispersed ending hostilities.
To what extent did the Whiskey Rebellion have a lasting impact on the power of the federal government?
President Washington's use of federal troops asserted the supremacy of the federal government over state governments
Showed the NEED for the FEDERAL GOV to have MORE POWER than STATE GOVT
How did the Spanish American war increase American imperialism?
Gaining new colonies after the Win led to an increased effort in imperializing the western hemisphere
Describe the difference in the western and eastern European war
Western front: Stalemates, small burst battles, lower casualties
Eastern front: high casualties, large battles not limited to only trenches
How many bones has Mrs. G broken?
182