Spanish-American War & Yellow Journalism
Which of the following would be considered Yellow Journalism
a."U.S. Congress Debates Annexation of Hawaii Amidst Growing Trade Concerns"
B"Spanish Fleet Mobilizes: Threatens U.S. Interests in the Caribbean"
C"President McKinley Negotiates Peaceful Resolution with Spain"
D."American Battleship Sinks in Cuban Waters: Spanish Sabotage Suspected! IS WAR NEAR?"
D."American Battleship Sinks in Cuban Waters: Spanish Sabotage Suspected! IS WAR NEAR"
What did the Monroe Doctrine state?
a. Separate spheres of influence between France and Spain
b.Separate spheres of influence between U.S. and Europe
c. Western hemisphere belongs to colonial powers and Eastern hemisphere belongs to the U.S.
d. A way to conduct domestic laws in the U.S.
b.Separate spheres of influence between U.S. and Europe
Definition of Imperialism
a.The belief in the superiority of a particular race or nation
b.The policy of extending a country's power and influence through diplomacy or military force
c.The act of promoting economic growth through the expansion of consumer markets
d.The closure of the American frontier leading to concerns about national security
b.The policy of extending a country's power and influence through diplomacy or military force
Before World War I, the United States' policy of neutrality primarily meant:
a. Supporting both Allied and Central Powers equally in the conflict
b.Refusing to engage in international trade agreements
c.Avoiding involvement in European conflicts and wars
d. Advocating for peace treaties between warring nations
c.Avoiding involvement in European conflicts and wars
Who came up with the 14 Points?
a. Roosevelt
b. Washington
c. Wilson
d. Taft
c. Wilson
Why was the USS Maine a cause of the Spanish-American War?
A) It sank, sparking outrage in the United States.
B) It intercepted Spanish communications revealing plans to attack American ships.
C) It engaged in a battle with Spanish naval forces near Havana.
D) It transported American troops to the Philippines in defiance of Spanish warnings.
A) It sank, sparking outrage in the United States.
Why did the U.S. want the Panama Canal?
a. So they could have easier access to the East coast of their nation
b. So they could have a bigger economic presence in Africa
c. So they could have quicker access to their new territories
d. So they could control the Gulf of Mexico
c. So they could have quicker access to their new territories
What motivated the annexation of Hawaii?
a. Business interests (aka $)
b. Desire to uplift the people
c. to get back at France
d. to weaken the U.S. military
a. Business interests (aka $)
In your own words, Why was the sinking of the Lusitania important?
Resulted in the deaths of American civilians, heightened tensions between the U.S. and Germany
What does self-determination mean in the 14 Points?
A) A group of people with similar political ambitions can seek to create its own independent government or state.
B) The establishment of international peacekeeping organizations.
C) The formation of military alliances for collective security.
D) The promotion of free trade and economic cooperation.
A) A group of people with similar political ambitions can seek to create its own independent government or state.
What role did Yellow Journalism play in the Spanish-American War?
a) It created public support for American intervention in the war
b) It led to the closure of the American frontier and the fear of what would happen to America
c) It promoted the belief in the superiority of the American race
d) It addressed concerns about overproduction of American goods
a) It created public support for American intervention in the war
Which of the following would be Big Stick Diplomacy?
A. the U.S. uses its military to force Cuba to do something
B. the U.S. gives Cuba money in exchange for control over their government
C. the U.S. does not support Cuba because their government values do not align with the U.S.
D. The U.S. uses the Panama Canal to make more money for themselves
A. the U.S. uses its military to force Cuba to do something
How did the U.S. see their role while imperializing the Philippines?
a. As one of pure economic interests
b. As one of a savior to uplift "savages" and bring them to civilization
c. As one of revenge against Russia
d. As one of anger to punish all peoples around the globe for being better than the U.S.
b. As one of a savior to uplift "savages"
What was the Zimmerman Telegram?
a. A diplomatic message from Germany proposing a military alliance with Mexico against the U.S.
b. A peace treaty between Germany and the Allied Powers
c. A trade agreement between Germany and the Ottoman Empire
d. A proposal for the League of Nations by Germany
a. A diplomatic message from Germany proposing a military alliance with Mexico against the U.S.
True or False: The U.S. joined the League of Nations
FALSE!
Why was the Spanish-American War called a “Splendid little War”
a) It was fought entirely on American soil, minimizing casualties
b) It resulted in significant territorial gains for the United States
c) It marked the end of Spanish colonial rule in South America
d) it was characterized by short time span and clear victories
d) it was characterized by short time span and clear victories
Which of the following would be Dollar Diplomacy?
A. the U.S. uses its military to force Cuba to do something
B. the U.S. gives Cuba money in exchange for control over their government
C. the U.S. does not support Cuba because their government values do not align with the U.S.
D. The U.S. uses the Panama Canal to make more money for themselves
B. the U.S. gives Cuba money in exchange for control over their government
Which of the following BEST describes the Open Door Policy?
A) It promoted "fair trade" opportunities in China.
B) It advocated for the abolition of slavery in the United States.
C) It supported the expansion of American territories in the Pacific Ocean.
D) It established diplomatic relations between the United States and Japan.
A) It promoted "fair trade" opportunities in China.
What happened to both Women and African Americans during WWI?
a. Both saw increase in political engagement
b. Both saw an increase in employment
c. Both saw a decrease in employment
d. Both were involved in the Great Migration
b. Both saw an increase in employment
In your own words why did some Republicans oppose the Treaty of Versailles?
They were concerned that the treaty would compromise Congress's power and undermine American sovereignty (Independence)
What did the Treaty of Paris include at the end of the Spanish-American War?
1. Cuba gets its independence
2. The U.S. gets Guam, Puerto Rico, and the Philippines
3. The U.S. emerges as a strong world power
Which of the following would be Dollar Diplomacy?
A. the U.S. uses its military to force Cuba to do something
B. the U.S. gives Cuba money in exchange for control over their government
C. the U.S. does not support Cuba because their government values do not align with the U.S.
D. The U.S. uses the Panama Canal to make more money for themselves
C. the U.S. does not support Cuba because their government values do not align with the U.S.
Which of the following BEST describes the Platt Amendment?
A) It granted independence to Puerto Rico after the Spanish-American War.
B) It established the Open Door Policy in China during the late 19th century.
C) It authorized the construction of the Panama Canal by the United States.
D) It imposed conditions on Cuba's independence specifically that the U.S. military could intervene.
D) It imposed conditions on Cuba's independence specifically that the U.S. military could intervene.
What was a significant impact of the Espionage Act and the Sedition Act during World War I?
A) They restricted the production of war materials for civilian use.
B) They allowed for the forceful capture of Americans into the military.
C) They limited freedom of speech and press by punishing negative views of the war effort.
D) They provided financial support to families of soldiers serving overseas.
C) They limited freedom of speech and press by punishing negative views of the war effort.
Which of the following was a key consequence of the Treaty of Versailles signed in 1919?
a. The annexation of Austria by Germany
b. The establishment of new colonial territories in Africa
c. The dissolution of the Ottoman Empire
d. The placement of harsh punishments on Germany
d. The placement of harsh punishments on Germany