Imperialism and Its Justifications

<p>The creation of the Soviet Union (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Great Migration (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>An assertion of the U.S.'s right to intervene in Latin American countries. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To ensure equal trading rights in China for all nations. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>By using sensationalized and exaggerated stories to create anti-Spanish sentiment. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The mobilization of all resources of a nation towards the war effort. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It caused a major shift of African Americans from the South to northern industrial cities. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>All of the above. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>An expansion of the Monroe Doctrine, asserting U.S. dominance in the Western Hemisphere. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The advancement of weaponry and the use of machine guns. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>All of the above. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Promoting American nationalism and support for the war through propaganda. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The resentment and anger towards foreign influence and presence in China. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A secret society known as the Yihetuan, known for martial arts. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To protect their citizens and interests in China. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Further weakening of the Qing Dynasty and the rise of reform movements. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Foreign missionaries, businesses, and government officials. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Foreigners, missionaries, and Chinese Christians (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Their belief in supernatural powers and invincibility (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They sent troops to suppress the rebellion and protect their interests (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Qing dynasty was forced to make further concessions to foreign powers (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It intensified tensions and anxieties over sovereignty and foreign interference (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Eight-Nation Alliance (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Righteous Harmony Fists (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>His actions and ideologies had a profound effect on both political and economic history globally, inspiring communist movements worldwide. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The creation of the world's first communist state, overthrowing the previous Tsarist rule. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A power struggle among the Communist Party, leading to a period of instability. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>His legacy is still fiercely debated, with some celebrating aspects of social progress, while others criticize his actions and authoritarianism. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Stalin’s emergence as the main leader, and the following consolidation of power. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A revolutionary party that acts as the leader of the working class toward a socialist revolution. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>His participation in revolutionary activities against the Tsarist regime. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A primary result of capitalist economies requiring new markets and resources. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It allowed Russia to exit World War I and focus on domestic issues. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To introduce elements of market incentives to stimulate the Soviet economy. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To suppress political dissent and opposition to the Bolsheviks. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The dictatorship of the proletariat to achieve socialism. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Forced requisitioning of agricultural products leading to widespread resistance. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Personal circumstances, such as family responsibilities. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Individuals have legal rights and can appeal through established procedures and courts. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To serve as a legal measure that facilitates large-scale mobilization during national emergencies. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It has shifted to a focus on volunteer forces, with conscription held as a back-up measure for national emergencies. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Ethical considerations and justification of when and how conscription is necessary, especially alongside volunteer forces. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To authorize the federal government to raise and maintain a military force. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>World War I (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Male U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents between 18 and 25 years old (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Physically and mentally fit for immediate military service. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Political affiliation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Individual's refusal to actively fight in war on moral/religious grounds. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Current Selective Service regulations and presidential direction (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To make the system more efficient and fair. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The belief that stronger nations should dominate weaker ones, often justified by Social Darwinist ideas.

A social theory that applied Darwin's ideas of natural selection to human society, justifying imperialism by claiming some races were superior.

The idea that white nations had a responsibility to civilize and control non-white peoples, often used to justify imperialism.

A war between Spain and the United States in 1898, sparked by the sinking of the USS Maine in Havana harbor. The US emerged victorious, gaining control of Cuba, Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Philippines.

A style of journalism using sensationalized and often exaggerated stories to attract readers, which contributed to the outbreak of the Spanish-American War.

The sinking of this US Battleship in Havana Harbor fueled American public outrage and contributed to the outbreak of the Spanish-American War.

This policy aimed to ensure equal trading rights for all nations in China, preventing any single country from monopolizing Chinese trade.

These fighters opposed foreign influence in China during the Boxer Rebellion, aimed at expelling foreigners.

This strategy involved a complete mobilization of a nation's resources, including its economy, industry, and population, to achieve victory in war.

This US strategy involved using military force to prevent European intervention in Latin America, justifying intervention to protect American interests.

A style of journalism using sensationalized and often exaggerated stories to attract readers, which helped fuel public support leading to the Spanish-American War.

A group of American volunteers who fought in the Spanish-American War, known for their bravery and their leader, Theodore Roosevelt.

This policy aimed to ensure equal trading rights for all nations in China, preventing any single country from monopolizing Chinese trade.

A rebellion led by Chinese nationalists against foreign influence in China in the late 1800s.

A strategy where a nation dedicates all of its resources, including its economy, industry, and people, to win the war.

A secret society in China that resisted foreign influence in the late 19th century.

Areas in China where foreign powers held special economic privileges, causing resentment among the Chinese people.

The siege of foreign settlements in Beijing during the Boxer Rebellion, where diplomats and other foreigners were trapped.

The international force that intervened to protect foreign interests during the Boxer Rebellion, including troops from Britain, France, Russia, Germany, Japan, and the United States.

The event in which the Eight-Nation Alliance marched on Beijing, crushed the Boxer Rebellion, and enforced further concessions from China to foreign powers.

The lasting impact of the Boxer Rebellion, highlighting Chinese resentment towards foreign interference and exposing the Qing Dynasty's weakness. This event fueled further reform movements.

The Boxer Rebellion's impact included further concessions by the weakened Qing Dynasty to foreign powers, showcasing China's vulnerable position.

The Boxer Rebellion demonstrated the deep resentment of foreign interference in China, highlighting the need for change and contributing to growing nationalistic sentiments.

The Boxer Rebellion was a violent anti-imperialist uprising that took place in China towards the end of the 19th century.

The Boxer Rebellion was fueled by a combination of factors including resentment towards foreign influence, frustration with the Chinese government's perceived weakness, and a rise in religious nationalism.

The Boxer movement, officially known as the Righteous Harmony Fists, or Yihetuan, believed they possessed supernatural powers to resist foreign forces, and they staged attacks against foreigners, missionaries, and Chinese Christians.

The Treaty of Paris (1898) transferred control of spheres of influence in China to various European imperial powers, leading to a surge in resentment and the outbreak of the Boxer Rebellion.

Foreign powers like the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Russia, Japan, and the United States intervened in the Boxer Rebellion, sending troops to protect their interests. This international alliance further weakened the Qing dynasty and demonstrated the extent of foreign influence in China.

The Boxer Rebellion led to further concessions by the Qing government to foreign powers, intensifying pressures on China's internal affairs and accelerating its decline. This resulted in significant social and cultural changes, marking a turning point in China's relationship with the West.

The Boxers were a powerful force that, though ultimately unsuccessful in driving out all foreigners, ignited a wave of Chinese nationalism and exposed the weakness of the Qing Dynasty. This shaped Chinese nationalism for generations to come.

Vladimir Lenin's influence extended beyond Russia, inspiring communist movements worldwide and shaping the political landscape of the 20th century.

After Lenin's death in 1924, the fight for leadership within the Communist Party was intense, setting the stage for a new era in Soviet history.

Lenin's legacy is complex and debated: some see him as a revolutionary hero, others as an authoritarian figure, with his actions leading to both progress and suffering.

Lenin's rise and the Bolshevik revolution fundamentally changed Russia, establishing the world's first communist state and challenging the global order.

Lenin's policies and actions, including his role in the Bolshevik revolution, had lasting consequences for the Soviet Union and global politics, shaping the 20th century.

A revolutionary theory advocating for a small, disciplined party of professional revolutionaries to lead the working class to socialism.

A theory advocating the seizure of state power through violent revolution by the working class.

A radical economic policy during the Russian Civil War, focused on nationalizing industries and forcibly seizing grain from peasants, often leading to shortages and unrest.

A secret police force established by the Bolsheviks after the October Revolution to suppress political opposition and solidify their power.

A pragmatic economic policy implemented by Lenin in the mid-1920s, allowing some market incentives and private businesses, aiming to revive the Soviet economy after the war.

A political ideology advocating for a workers' state, with a centralized government and a planned economy, eliminating private property and promoting equality.

A concept emphasizing the struggle between the proletariat (working class) and the bourgeoisie (wealthy class) as the driving force of historical change.

A treatise by Lenin, published in 1902, outlining his revolutionary strategy for a vanguard party to lead the working class to socialism.

The Selective Service Act is a law that allows the federal government to draft citizens for military service in case of a national emergency.

While the Selective Service Act remains in effect, the US hasn't actively used conscription (drafting) since the Vietnam War.

The Selective Service Act is still important because it provides a legal framework for the federal government to rapidly mobilize a large force in times of national crisis.

The legal framework for conscription includes provisions for appealing classification decisions, ensuring fairness in the process.

The decision of when and how to use conscription is complex. It involves weighing the benefits of a large, readily available force against the potential social and economic impacts.

A U.S. law authorizing the federal government to raise and maintain a military force, mainly used in times of war or national emergencies.

The process of registering, categorizing and potentially mandating military service for eligible individuals during wartime.

A system that classifies individuals based on their eligibility for military service, considering factors like education, employment, and dependents.

A classification indicating that an individual is physically and mentally fit for immediate military service.

A classification for individuals who oppose military service based on religious or moral beliefs.

A classification indicating potential call-up for military service based on national security needs.

The process by which registered individuals may be called to active military duty, influenced by national security needs and existing regulations.

A variety of classifications for eligibility including deferments and exemptions based on various circumstances.