United States at the End of the 19th Century Quiz

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By the end of the 19th century, what was a distinctive feature of the United States' economy?

Frequent economic depressions

Limited business expansion

Strict government regulation

Continued thriving economy (correct)

Why was the purchase of Alaska by Secretary of State William Seward called 'Seward's Folly'?

The deal with Russia was considered strategic

Alaska had abundant resources

Alaska was already well-developed

Alaska was perceived as a wasteland (correct)

What key factors were highlighted in Alfred Thayer Mahan's work 'The Importance of Sea Power in History'?

The importance of avoiding colonies

The benefits of isolationism

The significance of a strong navy for world power status (correct)

The need for a weak navy to be a world power

What characterized the trade expansion of the United States during this period?

Global expansion of trade, including in the Pacific Signup and view all the answers

What was President Cleveland's stance on Hawaii following the overthrow of the monarchy?

He was uncomfortable with the overthrow and did not want to annex Hawaii Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary reason for President McKinley's decision to annex Hawaii as a U.S. territory?

To acknowledge Hawaii's strategic importance after the Spanish-American War Signup and view all the answers

Why did the explosion of the U.S.S. Maine in Havana Harbor lead to American outrage and blame on Spain?

U.S. newspapers exaggerated or lied about the incident, fueling anti-Spanish sentiment Signup and view all the answers

What was the main impact of Yellow Journalism during the events leading to the Spanish-American War?

It fueled American public opinion and contributed to the outbreak of war Signup and view all the answers

What key provision did the Teller Amendment make regarding Cuba after the Spanish-American War?

It ensured Cuban independence after the war Signup and view all the answers

Who were the Rough Riders mentioned in the text during the Spanish-American War?

A volunteer unit led by Theodore Roosevelt during the conflict Signup and view all the answers

What was the main motivation behind Theodore Roosevelt's desire to build a canal in Central America?

To facilitate quicker movement of U.S. ships between the east and west coast Signup and view all the answers

How did Theodore Roosevelt's Roosevelt Corollary expand upon the Monroe Doctrine?

By authorizing U.S. intervention in nations unable to manage their own affairs Signup and view all the answers

How did the U.S. acquire control over the Panama Canal project?

By funding Panamanian rebels to gain independence Signup and view all the answers

What key aspect of U.S. foreign policy did the Monroe Doctrine aim to establish?

Prevention of European intervention in the Western Hemisphere Signup and view all the answers

What impact did the Panama Canal have on world trade?

Increased world trade by 28% Signup and view all the answers

What led to the fall of the Russian monarchy after the Russo-Japanese War?

Japanese victory Signup and view all the answers

Why did Theodore Roosevelt earn a Nobel Peace Prize?

For helping end the Russo-Japanese War through the Portsmouth Peace Treaty Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary feature of William H. Taft's Dollar Diplomacy?

Using American investment to influence foreign affairs positively Signup and view all the answers

Why did President Wilson order American troops into Mexico to hunt Pancho Villa?

To retaliate against Mexican forces who killed American Marines Signup and view all the answers

What was General John J. Pershing's role during WWI?

Trained American Expeditionary Forces during WWI Signup and view all the answers