Spanish American War
Trade with Asia
Latin American Policy
New Territories
Debate over American Imperialism
100
The sinking of this ship in the Havana Harbor was a launching point into war.
What is the U.S.S. Maine?
100
This policy allowed for open trade between China and the U.S.
What is the Open Door Policy?
100
Walk softly and carry a big stick.
What is the Big Stick Policy?
100
Island in the Caribbean obtained by the U.S. after the Spanish - American War?
What is Puerto Rico?
100
The group of people FOR U.S. Imperialism.
Who are the Imperialists?
200
A cavalry unit led by Teddy Roosevelt which became famous for its toughness and bravery.
Who are the Rough Riders?
200
In order to trade with Asia, the U.S. would need these to help with the long journey across the pacific ocean.
What are territories in the pacific ocean?
200
A policy where President Taft encouraged American investment in in the Caribbean and Latin America.
What is Dollar Diplomacy?
200
Island chain in the south pacific purchased from spain for $20 million after the Spanish-American War.
What are the Philippines?
200
Captain in the U.S. Navy who stated that a country needs a strong Navy to become a world power.
Who is Alfred Thayer Mahan?
300
A tactic used in the media to provide more "Exciting" news. Often over exaggerated stories and ultimately swayed American public opinion.
What is Yellow Journalism?
300
An officer in the U.S. Navy who helped open up trade with Japan.
Who is Commodore Matthew Perry?
300
Also known as the big stick policy, this addition to the Monroe Doctrine called on the U.S. to act as an international police power.
What is the Roosevelt Corollary?
300
An island in the South pacific acquired by the U.S. after the Spanish-American War
What is Guam?
300
What is a Major argument against U.S. Imperialism?
It goes against the principals of democracy.
400
This writing from a Spanish diplomat called President McKinley "weak."
What is the De Lome Letter?
400
An area where a nation has significant influence politically and through trade.
What are spheres of influence?
400
President Wilson's strategy towards the Rebellion in Mexico.
What is watchful waiting?
400
Large Territory purchased from Russia.
What is Alaska?
500
This person is associated with the New York Journal. His competition to sell newspapers led to a widespread use of Yellow Journalism.
Who is William Randolph Hearst?
500
An conflict in China where the U.S. sent troops to protect the lives of foreigners living in China.
What is the Boxer Rebellion?
500
A policy put in place in 1823 that prevented European powers from establishing new colonies in the Western Hemisphere.
What is the Monroe Doctrine?
500
Island chain in the pacific ocean that became a major trading stop on the trade routes with Asia.
What is Hawaii?
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