Chapter 22

<p>The Klondike Gold Rush (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Businesses aimed to tap into new foreign markets. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Western expansion and Manifest Destiny (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>An underdeveloped military and limited diplomatic staff (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>William Seward (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The annexation of the Midway Islands (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It was significantly reduced in size with many outdated vessels. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>White Man’s Burden (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Constructing a network of naval bases (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Foot Binding (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The sugar industry (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Weak Presidential Leadership (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Via an armed revolt supported by American businessmen (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Alfred Thayer Mahan (B), Theodore Roosevelt (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Recognition as a formidable military power (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The American Frontier (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They provided essential naval coaling stations (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>American businesses wanted to protect their interests (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The explosion of the USS Maine (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Re-concentration of the Cuban population (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It stated the U.S. would not annex Cuba (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A lack of adequate trained soldiers (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The U.S. government focused primarily on domestic reconstruction after the Civil War, neglecting significant foreign policy initiatives.

The U.S. State Department was understaffed with limited diplomatic representation abroad in 1865, hindering the nation's ability to engage effectively in international affairs.

The U.S. Navy in 1890 was significantly smaller than needed for a dominant global presence, and many vessels were outdated.

William Seward, Secretary of State, sought to expand American influence in Asia and Latin America through treaties and annexations, like the Midway Islands.

William Seward initiated a treaty with Nicaragua, laying a foundation for pursuing future canal construction across Central America.

The nickname given to William Seward's purchase of Alaska from Russia in 1867, initially criticized due to perceived lack of American interest and potential returns, but later proven strategically beneficial.

The acquisition of Alaskan territory from Russia for $7.2 million in 1867; driven by strategic considerations and future resource potential.

The policy of extending American power and influence abroad, fueled by economic motives like access to new markets and resources, and ideals like spreading democracy and religion.

International disputes between the U.S. and Britain over British aid to the Confederacy during the American Civil War, resolved with a British payment to the U.S.

A canal connecting two oceans, proposed by Secretary of State Hamilton Fish as a diplomatic option with Columbia (in South America, as part of considering different regional possibilities), aimed at strategic control over trade routes.

The belief that the Anglo-Saxon race is superior and has a duty to guide and uplift other, perceived less-developed, populations.

A condescending approach to reform, treating people as children needing guidance rather than partners.

A Southern Baptist missionary known for their impactful letter campaign advocating for women missionaries and Christmas giving.

The idea that the American identity was shaped by westward expansion, and that the frontier's end necessitated overseas expansion and influence.

The drive for the US to exert control and influence in other countries post-Civil War, often due to perceived economic interest and expanding global presence.

Alfred Mahan advocated a strong US navy, naval bases, and a Central American canal for extending American global influence.

A 1898 conflict where US successfully conquered new territories, solidifying its global power.

Legislation boosting US Navy development, following Mahan's recommendations, leading to larger and modernised fleet.

US expansion in the Pacific Islands and Caribbean islands to satisfy naval needs and strategic interests.

The US acquisition of Hawaii motivated mainly by the lucrative sugar industry and later strategic needs, upsetting and removing the Hawaiian Monarchy.

The war stemmed from Spain's control over Cuba, and American sympathies toward Cuban independence fighters.

Sensationalized news reporting, often exaggerating or fabricating stories to increase circulation.

The sinking of the USS Maine, a US battleship, which fueled public pressure for war against Spain in 1898.

President McKinley initially resisted a war with Spain over Cuba, but the USS Maine explosion changed his perspective.

A statement that the US wouldn't annex Cuba post-war, part of the resolution that authorized military action.