Yellow Journalism
A style of newspaper reporting that emphasizes sensationalism and exaggeration to attract readers and increase circulation
What is Yellow Journalism?
What does "Spheres of Influence" mean in the context of imperialism?
Areas where a foreign power exerts economic and political control.
How can media shape public opinion?
By presenting information in a way that influences perceptions and attitudes about issues.
What was a driving factor for imperialism in the late 19th century?
The Industrial Revolution's need for raw materials and new markets.
What event is considered the start of the Spanish-American War?
The sinking of the USS Maine in February 1898.
Who were the two key newspaper titans associated with Yellow Journalism?
William Randolph Hearst and Joseph Pulitzer
Which policy aimed to ensure equal trading rights for all nations in China?
The Open Door Policy
Give an example of how Yellow Journalism affected a historical event.
It exaggerated reports about Spanish atrocities in Cuba, leading to U.S. intervention in the Spanish-American War.
Name one country that was an imperial power during the Age of Imperialism.
Britain, France, Germany, the United States, or Japan.
What was the significance of the Roosevelt Corollary?
It justified U.S. intervention in Latin American affairs as an extension of the Monroe Doctrine.
What significant event did Yellow Journalism influence leading up to the Spanish-American War?
The sinking of the USS Maine.
What was the outcome of the Spanish-American War in relation to Cuba?
U.S. control of Cuba and Puerto Rico.
What was one negative consequence of sensationalist media reporting?
It reduced public trust in the media and blurred the lines between fact and fiction.
What was the Treaty of Nanjing?
It established the "unequal treaties" system, opening China to foreign trade after the First Opium War.
What did the Foraker Act establish in Puerto Rico?
It established a civilian government under U.S. oversight.
Name one characteristic of Yellow Journalism.
Attention-grabbing headlines or exaggerated or fabricated stories
What did the Platt Amendment (1901) do in Cuba?
Gave the U.S. the right to intervene in Cuban affairs and limited Cuba's ability to conduct independent foreign policy.
How did Yellow Journalism contribute to reforms in society?
By exposing corruption and injustices, it prompted public outcry and calls for change.
Describe the impact of the Taiping Rebellion on China.
It further weakened the central government and resulted in millions of deaths, making China more vulnerable to foreign influence.
What was the effect of the Open Door Policy on foreign trade in China?
It aimed to ensure equal trading rights for all nations and prevent any single power from monopolizing trade in China.
How did Yellow Journalism impact public opinion and political discourse?
It shaped public opinion on various issues and influenced political discourse, often leading to reforms.
How did the Spheres of Influence in China contribute to the fall of the Qing Dynasty?
They fueled nationalist movements and anti-foreign sentiment, contributing to the dynasty's collapse in 1911.
Discuss how media plays a role in political discourse.
Media can frame issues, influence public opinion, and affect the political agenda through coverage and commentary.
How did imperialism affect the Caribbean region politically?
It led to U.S. control over territories and shaped political development and relations with Latin America.
How did the Spanish-American War impact U.S. foreign policy?
It marked the emergence of the U.S. as a global imperial power and led to increased involvement in international affairs.