Spanish American War
What is Yellow Journalism?
Sensationalized or exaggerated reporting
What type of landform is Panama and define what it means.
Isthmus- narrow strip of land connecting two larger areas of land
Why did the US want an open door policy?
To have trading rights in China no matter what nations already established a sphere of influence
What quote from Roosevelt stated that his policy would be to ยจ_________________ and _________________.
Speak softly and carry a big stick
What policy did the US follow as they acquired Land in the Pacific?
Imperialism
This major event was the immediate cause of the Spanish American War convincing Americans it was necessary.
Sinking of the battleship Maine
What was a major problem during the building of the Panama canal?
sickness and disease due to malaria and yellow fever
Where and why did Western nations carve out Spheres of Influence?
To have special trading privileges in China
How were the Roosevelt Corollary and the Monroe Doctrine similar?
Both gave the US the right to intervene in Latin American affairs
What country sold Alaska to the US?
Russia
What was yellow journalism used for in the 1890's?
To influence public opinion and arouse the emotions of the American people, start the Spanish American war
What was the main reason that the US wanted to build the Panama Canal?
To connect the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans for a faster trade route and opening new trade markets
Name the rebellion led by a group of Chinese nationalists rebelling against European interference.
Boxer Rebellion
Under Roosevelt, which country in Central America came under the control of the US?
Panama
What was Alaska known as because it was seen as a mistake for this man to have purchased it?
"Seward's Folly"
After the Spanish-American War, the US established a government in this country under the Foraker Act
Puerto Rico
Which country did Panamanians rebel against to win their freedom from in 1903?
Colombia
What group wanted to have the U.S. annex Hawaii (what resource was most desireable to them)?
American Sugar Planters
When Latin American nations fell behind on their loan payments to the US, what did Roosevelt do in accordance with the Roosevelt Corollary?
He sent troops (marines) to take over their economic affairs.
Secretary of State John Hay wrote Open Door Policy letters showing the US wanting what?
To take on a new role in the world and show their determination to obtain equal trading rights in China to that of the Europeans
Name the three territories ceded to or given to the U.S. from Spain after the Spanish American War?
Puerto Rico, Philippines and Guam
What amendment to Cuba's constitution gave the US the right to intervene in Cuban affairs
Platt Amendment
This treaty was signed by Commodore Matthew Perry which opened up US ships to trade in Japan
Treaty of Kanagawa
What was the purpose of Taft's dollar diplomacy?
American businesses would invest money in countries- often inserting themselves into political matters to influence what they wanted
Name three causes of US Imperialism?
ECONOMIC:New markets to trade, raw materials, STRATEGIC: new ports for strategic military locations CULTURAL: spreading of culture/religion (white man's burden)