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President Taft's foreign policy was dubbed ____.
President Taft's foreign policy was dubbed ____.
President Wilson's first direct use of American military forces in revolutionary Mexico occurred when he ____.
President Wilson's first direct use of American military forces in revolutionary Mexico occurred when he ____.
Before his first term ended, Woodrow Wilson had militarily intervened in or purchased all of the following countries except ____.
Before his first term ended, Woodrow Wilson had militarily intervened in or purchased all of the following countries except ____.
Woodrow Wilson's administration refused to extend formal diplomatic recognition to the government in Mexico headed by ____.
Woodrow Wilson's administration refused to extend formal diplomatic recognition to the government in Mexico headed by ____.
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Woodrow Wilson's early efforts to conduct a strongly anti-imperialist U.S. foreign policy were first undermined when he ____.
Woodrow Wilson's early efforts to conduct a strongly anti-imperialist U.S. foreign policy were first undermined when he ____.
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Which term best characterizes Woodrow Wilson's fundamental approach to American foreign policy?
Which term best characterizes Woodrow Wilson's fundamental approach to American foreign policy?
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Difficulties in Mexico in the early 20th century affected the U.S. by ____.
Difficulties in Mexico in the early 20th century affected the U.S. by ____.
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All of the following are true statements about Mexicans who settled in the area known as the borderlands except ____.
All of the following are true statements about Mexicans who settled in the area known as the borderlands except ____.
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In his book, Our Country: Its Possible Future and Its Present Crisis, the Reverend Josiah Strong advocated American expansion to ____.
In his book, Our Country: Its Possible Future and Its Present Crisis, the Reverend Josiah Strong advocated American expansion to ____.
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Which of the following was not among the small but dangerous international crises the United States experienced in the 1890s?
Which of the following was not among the small but dangerous international crises the United States experienced in the 1890s?
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A major factor in the shift in American foreign policy toward imperialism in the late nineteenth century was the ____.
A major factor in the shift in American foreign policy toward imperialism in the late nineteenth century was the ____.
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The clash between Germany and America over the Samoan islands eventually resulted in ____.
The clash between Germany and America over the Samoan islands eventually resulted in ____.
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Alfred Thayer Mahan argued that ____.
Alfred Thayer Mahan argued that ____.
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The numerous near-wars and diplomatic crises of the United States in the late 1880s and 1890s demonstrated ____.
The numerous near-wars and diplomatic crises of the United States in the late 1880s and 1890s demonstrated ____.
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To justify American intervention in the Venezuela boundary dispute with Britain, Secretary of State Olney invoked the ____.
To justify American intervention in the Venezuela boundary dispute with Britain, Secretary of State Olney invoked the ____.
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During the boundary dispute between Venezuela and Britain, the United States ____.
During the boundary dispute between Venezuela and Britain, the United States ____.
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A primary reason that the British submitted their border dispute with Venezuela to arbitration was ____.
A primary reason that the British submitted their border dispute with Venezuela to arbitration was ____.
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The near-war between the United States and Britain over the Venezuela boundary crisis ultimately resulted in ____.
The near-war between the United States and Britain over the Venezuela boundary crisis ultimately resulted in ____.
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One reason that the white American sugar lords tried to overthrow native Hawaiian rule and annex the islands to the United States was they ____.
One reason that the white American sugar lords tried to overthrow native Hawaiian rule and annex the islands to the United States was they ____.
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Hawaii's Queen Liliuokalani was forced from power in 1893 because ____.
Hawaii's Queen Liliuokalani was forced from power in 1893 because ____.
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Which of the following prominent American leaders was least enthusiastic about U.S. imperialistic adventures in the 1890s?
Which of the following prominent American leaders was least enthusiastic about U.S. imperialistic adventures in the 1890s?
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Study Notes
Imperialist Policies of the Early 20th Century
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Taft's Dollar Diplomacy: President Taft's foreign policy, focused on increasing American investments abroad.
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Wilson's Intervention in Mexico: Wilson's administration directly used military force in Mexico, notably at the port of Veracruz, to prevent German arms deliveries.
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Wilson's Limited Intervention: Before his first term ended, Wilson intervened, or acquired, territories like Haiti and the Dominican Republic, but did not include Cuba.
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Wilson's Refusal to Recognize Huerta: Wilson's administration withheld diplomatic recognition from Victoriano Huerta's government in Mexico.
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Undermining Anti-Imperialist Efforts: Wilson's military intervention in the Caribbean undermined his initial anti-imperialist stance.
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Wilson's Moralistic Foreign Policy: Wilson's foreign policy was largely driven by moralistic considerations rather than purely national interests.
Mexican Borderland Settlements
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Mexican Settlement Areas: Mexicans settled primarily in Texas, New Mexico, California, and Arizona.
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Economic Contributions: Mexicans were involved in construction, agriculture, and other labor-intensive work.
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Cultural Contributions: Mexican settlers blended Mexican and American cultural aspects when they settled in the U.S.
Justification for Expansion
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Josiah Strong's Ideology: Reverend Josiah Strong argued for expansion to spread American religion and values.
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Economic Drivers: A significant factor driving American imperialism was the demand for overseas markets for industrial and agricultural goods.
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Closing of the Frontier: The perceived closing of the American frontier spurred expansionist pressures.
Spanish-American War
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Cuban Revolution: Cuban rebels' struggle for independence from Spain played a crucial role in initiating the Spanish-American War.
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The Maine Incident: The sinking of the USS Maine, possibly by an internal explosion, fueled public sentiment for war with Spain.
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Teller Amendment: The Teller Amendment stated that after the removal of Spain, the U.S. would support Cuban independence.
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The Philippine Insurrection: The U.S. acquisition of the Philippines, rather than granting independence, sparked a Filipino resistance to U.S. control.
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The Treaty of Paris: The treaty with Spain officially ceded territories such as Puerto Rico and Guam, and the Philippines to the U.S.
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American Victories: The U.S. Navy played a major role in American success against Spain and in securing the acquisition of territorial holdings abroad.
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Philippine-American War: The U.S. war with the Philippines, led by Emilio Aguinaldo, was a bloody conflict.
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American Colonialism: The war, and the U.S. acquisition of Puerto Rico and the Philippines, marked the rise of the U.S. as a colonial power.
Open Door Policy and China
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Open Door Notes: John Hay's Open Door notes aimed to promote free trade in China for all nations.
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Boxer Rebellion: The Chinese Boxer Rebellion reflected resistance to foreign influence in China, demonstrating the growing tensions in the region.
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U.S. Response to Boxer Rebellion: The U.S. response to the Boxer Rebellion involved sending troops and money.
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U.S. Indemnity and China: The U.S. used Chinese indemnity payments for education, demonstrating ongoing American engagement rather than isolationism.
Panama Canal
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Canal Motivation: A primary motive for the Panama Canal was to improve naval capabilities and speed of travel between the Atlantic and Pacific.
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Panama Revolution: The U.S. supported the Panamanian Revolution against Colombia to secure a canal route.
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Hay-Bunau-Varilla Treaty: This treaty established the perpetual lease on the Canal Zone to the U.S.
Roosevelt Corollary
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Monroe Doctrine Alteration: The Roosevelt Corollary asserted the U.S.'s right to intervene in Latin America.
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Latin American Relations: Roosevelt Corollary actions negatively impacted U.S. relations with several Latin American countries.
Russo-Japanese War and Other International Issues
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Roosevelt's Mediation: Roosevelt played a key role in mediating the Russo-Japanese War.
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Gentlemen's Agreement: The U.S. negotiated an agreement with Japan to reduce immigration.
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Root-Takahira Agreement: The U.S. and Japan agreed to respect each other's territorial possessions.
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This quiz explores the imperialist strategies employed by U.S. presidents in the early 20th century, particularly focusing on Taft and Wilson. It covers key events like Dollar Diplomacy, military interventions in Mexico, and the moral underpinnings of Wilson's foreign policy. Test your knowledge on how these policies shaped American relations in the Caribbean and beyond.
