Isolationism to WW1 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What does appeasement mean?

A policy to isolate the country

The act of pacifying someone by consenting to their demands (correct)

A speech about freedom

A treaty that ended WWII

What ended WWII and created the League of Nations?

Treaty of Versailles

What is isolationism?

Engaging in multiple alliances

A policy to promote global trade

A military strategy

Removing ties with all other nations to avoid conflict (correct)

What did the Four Freedoms Speech propose?

Lending money to Britain for the purchase of US war materials Signup and view all the answers

Cash & Carry was a policy that preserved neutrality while aiding the allies.

True Signup and view all the answers

What act got around the Neutrality Act by allowing the US to lend military supplies?

Lend Lease Policy Signup and view all the answers

What was the goal of the League of Nations?

To promote peace and cooperation Signup and view all the answers

What did the Quarantine Speech condemn?

Japan's invasion of China Signup and view all the answers

What compromise did Roosevelt make with Britain regarding military supplies?

Destroyer for Bases Signup and view all the answers

What did the Roosevelt Corollary state?

The U.S. might intervene in affairs threatening the American republic Signup and view all the answers

The Good Neighbor Policy aimed to improve relations with Latin America.

True Signup and view all the answers

What does Big Stick Diplomacy refer to?

A policy to police smaller nations Signup and view all the answers

What was the Monroe Doctrine?

A policy stating any hostile act on areas associated with America would be considered a direct threat Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of the Great Depression on America's involvement in war?

Caused Americans to want to stay out of the war even more Signup and view all the answers

What is propaganda?

Bias information spread to make a point Signup and view all the answers

The Neutrality Acts limited U.S. involvement in future wars.

True Signup and view all the answers

What did the Zimmerman Telegram propose?

An attack on America Signup and view all the answers

Who was Woodrow Wilson?

President during WWI Signup and view all the answers

What is noninterventionism?

A foreign policy to avoid foreign alliances Signup and view all the answers

What event forced America out of its isolation and into WWII?

Attack on Pearl Harbor Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Key Terms and Concepts

Appeasement
- Act of pacifying demands from aggressive nations to maintain peace.
Treaty of Versailles
- Ended World War I and established the League of Nations aimed at preventing future conflicts.
Isolationism
- Foreign policy advocating for the minimization of international engagement to avoid conflicts.
Four Freedoms Speech
- Speech by Roosevelt advocating for financial support to Britain, emphasizing the defense of freedom of speech, freedom of worship, freedom from want, and freedom from fear.
Cash & Carry
- Policy allowing allies to purchase goods from the U.S. while maintaining American neutrality.
Lend Lease Policy
- Legislation enabling the U.S. to supply military equipment to Allied nations, under the premise of eventual repayment.
League of Nations
- International organization created after WWI to promote global peace; notably, the U.S. did not join.
Quarantine Speech
- Roosevelt's condemnation of Japan's actions in China, advocating for collective international opposition.
Destroyer for Bases
- Agreement between the U.S. and Britain allowing the transfer of destroyer ships in exchange for naval base rights.
Roosevelt Corollary
- Addendum to the Monroe Doctrine asserting U.S. intervention in international affairs that threaten American interests.
Good Neighbor Policy
- Initiative aimed at improving relations and diplomacy with Latin American countries.
Big Stick Diplomacy
- Roosevelt's diplomatic approach advocating for a strong military presence while engaging in peaceful negotiations.
Monroe Doctrine
- Policy declaring European interference in the Americas as a threat to U.S. security.
Great Depression
- Economic crisis that intensified isolationist sentiments among Americans, making them reluctant to engage in foreign wars.
Propaganda
- Information, often biased, disseminated to rally public support for government actions and policies during conflicts.
Neutrality Acts
- Series of laws aimed at ensuring U.S. non-involvement in future foreign wars.
Zimmerman Telegram
- Secret communication proposing a German-Mexican alliance that provoked U.S. concerns about isolationism.
Woodrow Wilson
- President during WWI known for advocating isolationist and internationalist policies.
Noninterventionism
- Post-WWI foreign policy focused on minimizing foreign alliances and conflicts.
Attack on Pearl Harbor
- December 7, 1941, surprise military strike by Japan that prompted the U.S. to enter World War II, ending isolationist policies.

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This quiz covers key terms and definitions related to isolationism and the events leading up to World War I, including the Treaty of Versailles and the Four Freedoms Speech. Perfect for students looking to enhance their understanding of this pivotal historical era.