Motivations & Justifications
The three main motivations for Imperialism
Political, Social, Economic
Which country had colonized Cuba?
Spain
Define Imperialism
The process of building an empire by conquering other countries
What had European countries already established in China by the time the US looked to trade there?
Spheres of Influence
What are the three colors of candy corn?
White, Orange, Yellow
What is Manifest Destiny?
The belief that the US was destined to expand
A style of journalism that used exaggeration and sensationalism, rather than facts
Why did some Americans support US imperialism? (list 2 reasons)
- Economic opportunities
- Military bases
- Political power
- Spread US culture/values
How was Hawaii acquired by the US?
It was annexed through military force
What is a group of witches called?
A Coven
What is Social Darwinism
Darwin's theory of "survival of the fittest" applied to people/societies
What two events caused the US to declare war on Spain?
1. Explosion of the USS Maine
2. The De Lome Letter
Why did some Americans oppose US Imperialism? (List 2 reasons)
- Goes against US values (democracy/freedom)
- US should focus on issues at home instead
How was Alaska acquired by the US?
It was purchased from Russia
"Ghostface" is a serial killer in what movie franchise?
Scream
What is the Monroe Doctrine
US policy that established the US as the protector of the Western Hemisphere in an attempt to prevent further European interference/colonization
What three territories did the US gain from the Spanish-American War?
Guam, Puerto Rico, and the Philippines
Explain the difference between the policy of Isolationism and Interventionism
Isolationism is a policy of avoiding involvement in the affairs of other countries, while Interventionism is a policy of interfering in the affairs of other countries
What was the Open Door Policy?
US policy that proposed open trade between China and any interested countries
Which Halloween candy was voted the worst of all time?
Candy Corn
(Even though 35 million pounds of candy corn are produced each year)
What is White Man's Burden
The belief that it was the responsibility of white people to colonize and "civilize" other races
Which future US President served in the Spanish-American War?
Theodore Roosevelt
What are the three forms of Imperialism?
1. Colony
2. Protectorate
3. Sphere of Influence
Who was the secretary of state that negotiated the purchase of Alaska?
William Seward
What is Ms.Eastwood's favorite candy?
Reese's peanut butter cups