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The U.S. Expands
The Spanish-American War
U.S. Involvement
People
Misc.
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What does imperialism?
Imperialism is when a more economically, politically, and military sound nation controls weaker territories.
100
What was yellow journalism?
Exaggerated writing that mostly came from journalists Joseph Pulitzer and William Hearst.
100
What are spheres of influence?
Where foreign nations claimed economic privileges and special rights to an area.
100
Who was Theodore Roosevelt's successor?
William Howard Taft
100
What two territories did the U.S. get?
Hawaii and Alaska
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Who was William Seward?
Seward was the Secretary of State under Presidents Lincoln and Johnson. He also bought Alaska from Russia.
200
What is the Open Door Policy?
No country could have a monopoly on trade with China.
200
Who was Taft's successor?
Woodrow Wilson
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What newspaper did William Randolph Hearst write for?
New York Journal
300
Who was Queen Liliuokalani?
She was the leader of Hawaii.
300
What happened to the U.S.S. Maine?
The U.S.S. Maine was blown up in Havanas harbor by an unknown suspect.
300
Besides the Spanish-American War, what other war did the Americans fight in?
Philippines
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What country became a major expansion hot spot for European nations?
Africa
400
Who was the main guy in the Rough Riders?
Teddy Roosevelt
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What was Theodore Roosevelt's main saying?
"Speak softly, but carry a big stick."
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Who was known as "The Butcher"?
General Valeriano Weyler
400
What area did America involve themselves in?
Latin America
500
How much was the buying of Alaska worth?
7.2 million dollars
500
Who was Jose Marti?
He started the Cuban revolt but was killed.
500
How much did the Panama Canal cost?
10 million dollars plus a annual $250000
500
Who was George Dewey?
Battled with the Filipino rebels
500
What is Mr. Wuebben's candy that he hands out?
Jelly Bellys