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Right after the Civil War America was ______________ to the outside world.

indifferent

What were the driving forces behind American imperialism?

Ministers seeking souls, patriots wanting to prove America's strength, and navy's who desired the sea.

What was James G. Blaine's 'Big Sister' policy aimed at?

Rallying Latin American nations behind Uncle Sam's leadership and opening Latin American markets to Yankee traders.

What territorial dispute nearly led to conflict between the American and German navies in 1889?

<p>The Samoan Islands in the South Pacific.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What marked the path of American diplomacy in the late 1880s and early 1890s?

<p>A number of diplomatic crises or near-wars.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is moral imperialism?

<p>Includes liberal internationalism, U.S. responsibility to teach democracy, and exploitation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does defensive imperialism entail?

<p>Keep other nations out and extend the reach of the navy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What motivated economic imperialism?

<p>New markets and raw materials.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the Spanish-American War?

<p>A conflict in 1898 between Spain and the United States, fought mainly for the issue of Cuban independence from Spain.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is yellow journalism?

<p>Journalism that exploits, distorts, or exaggerates the news to create sensations and attract readers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did the 1898 Treaty of Paris accomplish?

<p>Spain ceded Guam, Philippines, and Puerto Rico to the U.S. and was compensated with $20 million from the U.S.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did the Teller Amendment state?

<p>Legislation that promised the U.S. would not annex Cuba after winning the Spanish-American War.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Guantanamo?

<p>A military base granted to the U.S. in Cuba which is now used as a prison.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the Open Door Policy?

<p>A policy proposed by the U.S. in 1899, under which all nations would have equal opportunities to trade in China.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the Boxer Rebellion?

<p>A 1899 rebellion in Beijing, China started by a secret society of Chinese who opposed the 'foreign devils'.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why was the Panama Canal built?

<p>To have a quicker passage to the Pacific from the Atlantic.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the Hay-Pauncefote Treaty?

<p>Permission granted by Panama for the U.S. to dig a canal; permitted by the British to make friends with the U.S.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who led the Panamanian revolution?

<p>Roosevelt pushed it.</p> Signup and view all the answers

When was the Panama Canal under U.S. control?

<p>Until the 1990s.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Big Stick Diplomacy entail?

<p>Emphasis on military preparedness and willingness to use military force to achieve foreign policy goals.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What sparked the Russo-Japanese War?

<p>Rival imperialist ambitions of the Russian Empire and the Empire of Japan over Manchuria and Korea.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Teddy Roosevelt achieve in 1905?

<p>He won the Nobel Peace Prize.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the Gentlemen's Agreement?

<p>Japan agreed to curb the number of workers coming to the U.S. in exchange for allowing the wives of Japanese men already in the U.S. to join them.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of the Great White Fleet?

<p>To show the world the U.S. naval power and pressure Japan into the Gentlemen's Agreement.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did the Root-Takahira Agreement establish?

<p>U.S. and Japan agreed to respect each other's territories in the Pacific and uphold the Open Door policy in China.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a muckraker?

<p>Journalists who searched for corruption in politics and big business.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Progressivism refer to?

<p>The movement in the late 1800s to increase democracy in America and curb the power of corporations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the Omaha Platform?

<p>Political agenda adopted by the Populist Party in 1892 calling for bimetallism, regulation of railroads and a graduated income tax.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an initiative in politics?

<p>A procedure by which voters can propose a law or a constitutional amendment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a referendum?

<p>A state-level method of direct legislation allowing voters to approve or disapprove proposed legislation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a recall election?

<p>When citizens of a state vote to remove an official from office before the end of their term.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is graft in politics?

<p>The illegal use of political influence for personal gain.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the secret ballot?

<p>A ballot in which votes are cast in secret.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How was the West created?

<p>By the government.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did the 17th Amendment establish?

<p>Direct election of senators by the voters.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What groups did urban reformers attack to bring order to the streets?

<p>Slum lords, juvenile delinquents, and prostitutes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did the Declaration of Sentiments declare?

<p>That all 'people are created equal' and argued for women's rights.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How was Teddy Roosevelt described at home compared to outside the country?

<p>Rowdy at home and civilized outside of America.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the Square Deal encompass?

<p>Control Corporations, Consumer Protection, and Conservation of Natural Resources.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Department of Commerce and Labor?

<p>Investigated businesses and corporations to see if they were using unfair practices.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did the Elkins Act accomplish?

<p>Gave the Interstate Commerce Commission more power to control railroads from giving preferences to certain customers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did the Hepburn Act achieve?

<p>Regulated the maximum charge that railroads could place on shipping goods.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does trust busting refer to?

<p>Government activities seeking to dissolve corporate trusts and monopolies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the Meat Inspection Act entail?

<p>Laid down binding rules for sanitary meat packing and government inspection of meat products.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does consumer protection entail?

<p>Ensuring laws, rules, and regulations are being followed to protect consumers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of the Newland Act?

<p>Initiated irrigation projects for western states.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Yosemite Park known for?

<p>First federal land set aside for preservation as a park in 1864.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the Panic of 1907?

<p>A serious recession that proved the government still had little control over the industrial economy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are key points of Roosevelt's Legacy?

<p>Power of the president, Big Stick of publicity, and government progressivism.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the Big Stick of Publicity refer to?

<p>Efforts to ensure good deeds were made public.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is government progressivism?

<p>Government becoming more involved to ensure product safety.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

American Imperialism and Diplomacy

  • After the Civil War, America had an indifferent stance towards the outside world.
  • American imperialism arose from multiple motivations including religious missionaries, patriotic fervor, and naval expansionism, particularly emphasized by Alfred Thayer Mahan's publication.
  • The "Big Sister" policy, advocated by James G. Blaine, aimed to unite Latin American nations under U.S. leadership and expand trade opportunities.

Conflicts and Wars

  • Tensions nearly escalated into war in 1889 between the U.S. and Germany over the Samoan Islands, which were later divided.
  • American diplomacy faced several diplomatic crises during the late 1880s and early 1890s.
  • The Spanish-American War in 1898 focused on Cuban independence from Spain and marked a significant foreign conflict for the U.S.

Media Influence

  • Yellow journalism, exemplified by Joseph Pulitzer and William Randolph Hearst, sensationalized events to sway public opinion towards the war.

Key Treaties and Amendments

  • The 1898 Treaty of Paris resulted in Spain ceding Guam, the Philippines, and Puerto Rico to the U.S. for $20 million while recognizing U.S. occupation of Cuba.
  • The Teller Amendment assured that the U.S. would not annex Cuba.
  • The Platt Amendment granted the U.S. rights to intervene in Cuban affairs, highlighting American control.

Asian Relations and Policies

  • The Open Door Policy sought equal trading rights in China for all nations.
  • The Boxer Rebellion in 1899, initiated by a secret society opposing foreign intervention, was quelled by foreign troops, including British forces.

Infrastructure and Expansion

  • The construction of the Panama Canal, costing $400 million, was influenced by American support in a revolution against Colombia, allowing for quicker naval passage between the Atlantic and Pacific.
  • The Hay-Pauncefote Treaty permitted the U.S. to build the canal, enhancing trade routes and U.S. influence.

Roosevelt's Diplomacy

  • Big Stick Diplomacy emphasized military readiness to achieve foreign policy objectives, encapsulated in Roosevelt's famous phrase about speaking softly while wielding significant military power.
  • The Russo-Japanese War illustrated the rival imperialist ambitions of Russia and Japan, with Roosevelt mediating peace and earning the Nobel Peace Prize in 1905.

Progressive Era and Reform Movements

  • Muckrakers exposed governmental and corporate corruption, fueling the Progressive movement aimed at increasing democracy and addressing social issues.
  • The Omaha Platform reflected the demands of the Populist Party, advocating for reforms such as bimetallism and government regulation of industry.

Legislative Achievements

  • The Elkins Act empowered the Interstate Commerce Commission to regulate railroad practices.
  • The Hepburn Act further strengthened government control over railroad rates and practices.

Consumer and Environmental Protection

  • The Meat Inspection Act and the Pure Food and Drug Act imposed regulations to ensure the safety of consumer products, marking a shift towards greater government involvement.
  • Conservation efforts were promoted, such as the Newland Act, which initiated irrigation projects, and the establishment of national parks like Yosemite.

Economic Challenges

  • The Panic of 1907 highlighted the limited control of the government over the economy, leading to debates about the effects of Roosevelt's policies.
  • Key legacies of Roosevelt include an expanded presidential power, a progressive governmental stance, and establishing the U.S. as a leading global force.

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