History B Chapter 14 Test Flashcards

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How did the Open Door policy help prevent any one nation from monopolizing trade with China?

The Open Door policy prevented any one nation from monopolizing trade with China, allowing free trade in all of the zones of control.

What were major reasons that the United States wanted to build a canal through Central America?

The canal was a strategy to make the United States the most powerful nation on earth.

Why did the United States want to eliminate spheres of influence in China?

The United States wanted to eliminate spheres of influence because they didn't want to be shut out of trade in China.

Was President Roosevelt correct in his belief that a strong military presence promoted global peace?

False Signup and view all the answers

How did 'moral diplomacy' shape President Wilson's foreign policy?

It aimed to make foreign policy more peaceful by promoting democracy and a world free of revolution. Signup and view all the answers

What is dollar diplomacy?

A policy of joining business interests with diplomatic interests Signup and view all the answers

What is the Open Door policy?

A policy that allowed free trade in China's spheres of influence Signup and view all the answers

What is a sphere of influence?

A section of a country where a foreign nation enjoys special rights and powers. Signup and view all the answers

What is a guerrilla?

Armed fighters who carry out surprise attacks. Signup and view all the answers

Describe the level of autonomy that Cuba obtained after the Spanish-American War.

Cuba gained limited autonomy and had to adhere to conditions set by the Platt Amendment. Signup and view all the answers

Why was the United States willing to go to war with Spain over Cuba?

Due to strong jingoist feeling, aggressive sentiment from yellow journalism, and the USS Maine incident. Signup and view all the answers

Identify two results of the United States's intervening in the revolution in Cuba.

The demise of the Spanish Empire and the dawn of the American Empire. Signup and view all the answers

How did the United States develop an overseas empire?

By using the Philippines and annexing the country to exert control over Spain. Signup and view all the answers

How did the Spanish-American War alter America's foreign policy?

It established a pattern of U.S. intervention in foreign conflicts and colonization. Signup and view all the answers

How did Anglo-Saxonism help foster American imperialism?

It influenced many Americans with a belief in cultural superiority and destiny. Signup and view all the answers

List the factors that led the United States to realize an imperialist vision in the 1890s.

Business leaders sought new markets overseas, and European imperialism threatened U.S. security. Signup and view all the answers

How was the Spanish-American War different from earlier U.S. wars?

It occurred primarily in Cuba and was not fought over U.S. property, lasting a short time. Signup and view all the answers

Why did the United States assert itself as a world power?

They felt cultural superiority. Signup and view all the answers

Why did the United States look to the Pacific for new markets?

Due to westward expansion from the earliest days of the Republic. Signup and view all the answers

What role did Sanford Dole play in Hawaii's annexation to the United States?

He forced the Hawaiian king to accept a new constitution limiting the king's authority. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Open Door Policy

Prevented any single nation from monopolizing trade with China, promoting free trade across all controlled zones.

United States Canal Initiative

Aimed to strengthen U.S. power globally by constructing a canal through Central America.

Spheres of Influence in China

U.S. sought to eliminate these spheres to ensure equal trade opportunities and access to diverse commodities in China.

Roosevelt's Military Policy

A strong military presence did not ensure peace; often escalated tensions and conflicts with other nations.

Wilson's Moral Diplomacy

Advocated for a peaceful foreign policy focused on promoting democracy and preventing revolutions globally.

Dollar Diplomacy

Refers to aligning business interests with diplomatic efforts to promote U.S. interests abroad.

Sphere of Influence

Designates a section within a country where a foreign nation holds special rights and powers, affecting local governance.

Guerrilla Warfare

Describes armed fighters engaging in surprise attacks, often employed in resistance movements.

Post-Spanish American War Cuba

The Platt Amendment restricted Cuba's sovereignty, allowing U.S. intervention and naval station leases, and maintaining limited autonomy.

U.S. and Spain War Over Cuba

Driven by jingoism, yellow journalism, and incidents like the sinking of the USS Maine, the U.S. was motivated to engage in war.

Consequences of U.S. Intervention in Cuba

Resulted in the decline of the Spanish Empire and the rise of American imperialism, with control over Guam, Puerto Rico, and the Philippines.

U.S. Overseas Empire Development

The Philippines were annexed as a strategic move to enhance U.S. power after defeating Spain.

Changes in American Foreign Policy

The Spanish-American War established a pattern of U.S. support for revolutions, taking over territories like Cuba and the Philippines.

Influence of Anglo-Saxonism

This ideology spurred American imperialism, instilling a belief in cultural superiority in the late 1800s.

Factors Driving U.S. Imperialism in the 1890s

Business interests sought new markets overseas; existing European imperialism created security concerns and a national belief in destiny to expand.

Uniqueness of the Spanish-American War

Unlike previous conflicts, it was primarily fought in Cuba, unrelated to U.S. property disputes, and was notably brief.

U.S. Assertion as a World Power

Cultural superiority feelings fueled the U.S. desire to establish itself as a significant global power.

Expansion into the Pacific

Historical westward expansion prompted the U.S. to seek new markets in the Pacific region.

Sanford Dole's Role in Hawaii's Annexation

Dole and sugar planters pressured the Hawaiian king to comply with a constitution that restricted royal power, facilitating annexation to the U.S.

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This quiz covers key concepts from Chapter 14 of History B, focusing on the Open Door policy and the motivations behind the United States' canal development in Central America. Test your understanding and prepare for the exam with these informative flashcards.