U.S. History Quiz: Spanish-American War and WWI
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What was the primary advocacy of W.E.B. Du Bois?

  • Vocational education for African Americans
  • Isolation from foreign conflicts
  • Economic self-reliance
  • Immediate civil rights and higher education (correct)

The Spanish-American War lasted six months.

False (B)

What major event led to the U.S. declaring war on Spain during the Spanish-American War?

The explosion of the USS Maine

The ________ Amendment prevented the U.S. from annexing Cuba after the Spanish-American War.

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Match the following terms with their definitions:

<p>Isolationism = Avoiding foreign alliances Imperialism = Dominating nations economically or politically Expansionism = Extending U.S. territory or influence Intervention = Actively engaging in foreign conflicts</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes yellow journalism?

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The Platt Amendment allowed for U.S. intervention in Cuban affairs when necessary.

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Who led the Rough Riders during the Spanish-American War?

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What was the primary purpose of the Panama Canal when it was completed in 1914?

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The Sussex Pledge was Germany's commitment to unrestricted submarine warfare during WWI.

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Name one reason that marked a shift in U.S. foreign policy from isolationism to global involvement during WWI.

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The __________ Act restricted anti-war speech and dissent during WWI.

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Match the following acts and agencies to their primary functions during WWI:

<p>Committee on Public Information = Promoting pro-war propaganda Espionage Act = Prohibiting interference with military operations Sedition Act = Restricting anti-war speech League of Nations = International organization aimed at preventing future wars</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a main reason Republicans opposed the League of Nations?

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The United States signed the Treaty of Versailles after World War I.

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Who was the U.S. president who went on a speaking tour to promote the League of Nations?

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Republican candidate __________ won the 1920 election and opposed the League of Nations.

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Match the following terms with their definitions or contexts:

<p>Influenza epidemic = Millions died after WWI Red Scare = Fear of communism within the U.S. Divided government = Control of Senate by Republicans Recall = Vote to force an official to run for reelection</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a major postwar issue in the United States following WWI?

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The era following World War I was marked by a lack of new amendments to the Constitution.

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After WWI, many Americans experienced __________, leading to a reluctance to ally with other nations.

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What was the primary focus of muckrakers during the Progressive Era?

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Teddy Roosevelt was known for his efforts to strengthen the executive branch during his presidency.

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What platform did Woodrow Wilson run on during the election of 1912?

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The _______ Amendment allowed for the direct election of senators.

<p>Seventeenth</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following amendments with their purposes:

<p>Sixteenth Amendment = Income tax legalization Eighteenth Amendment = Prohibition of alcohol Nineteenth Amendment = Women's suffrage Seventeenth Amendment = Direct election of senators</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which act was created to ensure the sanitary conditions of meatpacking?

<p>Meat Inspection Act (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Pure Food and Drug Act aimed to prohibit the sale of mislabeled food and drugs.

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Name one key component of the Square Deal established by Teddy Roosevelt.

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_______ diplomacy refers to using money to achieve foreign policy goals.

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Who was the only Republican candidate in the election of 1912?

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Flashcards

"Walk softly carry big sticks"

The US foreign policy approach under Theodore Roosevelt, emphasizing a strong military presence and diplomacy backed by force.

Panama Canal

A man-made waterway connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, finished in 1914. It boosted US economic and military power by facilitating global trade and naval mobility.

Sussex Pledge

Germany's pledge to limit unrestricted submarine warfare in 1916, aiming to avoid US entry into WWI. However, Germany violated the pledge, leading to the US's involvement in the war.

Committee on Public Information

US government agency responsible for promoting pro-war propaganda during WWI, shaping public opinion and mobilizing support for the war effort.

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Espionage Act and Sedition Act

Laws restricting anti-war speech and dissent during WWI, sparking debates over civil liberties.

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Booker T. Washington's Approach

Advocated for vocational education and economic self-reliance for African Americans to achieve equality. Focused on practical skills to improve job opportunities in the Jim Crow era.

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W.E.B. Du Bois' Approach

Advocated for immediate civil rights, higher education, and political activism for African Americans. Co-founded the NAACP to fight for racial equality.

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Isolationism

A foreign policy strategy of avoiding alliances and entanglements with other countries.

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Expansionism

Expanding a nation's territory or influence through military conquest, diplomacy, or economic dominance.

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Imperialism

Dominating foreign nations economically or politically, often through colonization or exploitation.

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Intervention

Active involvement in foreign conflicts, either through military intervention or political influence.

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Yellow Journalism

A type of journalism that uses sensationalized and often exaggerated stories to sway public opinion. It played a significant role in fueling public support for the Spanish-American War.

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Spanish-American War

A conflict between the United States and Spain in 1898, which resulted in significant territorial acquisitions for the U.S. and marked the beginning of American imperialism.

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Muckrakers

Journalists who exposed corruption, poor labor conditions, and societal issues, fueling the Progressive Era by raising public awareness and pressuring politicians to act.

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Square Deal

Theodore Roosevelt's program of reforms designed to help all segments of society, emphasizing a balance between business, labor, and the environment.

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Dollar Diplomacy

The practice of using economic power to exert political influence, often through investments and loans.

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New Nationalism

A progressive political movement aiming for a more active government in regulating the economy and protecting citizens' rights.

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New Freedom

Wilson's platform for reform focused on restoring faith in the government and empowering individual citizens.

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Federal Reserve Act

A 1913 law that created the Federal Reserve System, a central bank responsible for stabilizing the banking system and managing the money supply.

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Clayton Anti-Trust Act

A 1914 law that strengthened antitrust laws by defining illegal business practices and protecting labor unions.

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Sixteenth Amendment

A 1913 amendment allowing Congress to tax income directly, providing a stable source of revenue for the government.

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Meat Inspection Act

A 1906 law requiring federal inspection of meatpacking plants to ensure sanitary conditions and public health safety.

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Pure Food and Drug Act

A 1906 law prohibiting the sale of mislabeled food and drugs, marking the beginning of federal regulations to protect consumers.

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League of Nations

A global organization formed after World War I, with the intention of preventing future wars by promoting international cooperation and collective security.

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American Isolationism Post WWI

The period after World War I characterized by the United States withdrawing from active involvement in international affairs, preferring isolation and avoiding foreign entanglements.

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U.S. and the Treaty of Versailles

The U.S. didn't sign the Treaty of Versailles, which formally ended World War I, despite playing a significant role in the war's conclusion.

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Divided Government

A political system where power is divided between a national government and state governments, creating a balance of power.

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Red Scare

A period of intense fear and suspicion of communism in the U.S. after World War I, leading to persecution of suspected communists.

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Direct Democracy

A voting process where citizens directly vote on laws or policies, bypassing elected officials.

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Initiatives

A process where citizens can propose and vote on new laws or policies, bypassing the legislature.

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Recall

A process where citizens can remove an elected official from office before the end of their term by holding a special election.

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Study Notes

Muckrakers

  • Journalists who exposed corruption, poor labor conditions, and societal issues
  • Fueled Progressive Era reforms by raising public awareness and pressuring politicians to act
  • Scooped muck and raked it

Square Deal

  • Aggressive reforms benefited everyone
  • Focused on monopolies, labor unions, consumer protection, environmental concerns, and expanded democracies
  • Involved getting involved to find solutions for all nations
  • Exposed disgusting conditions in the meatpacking industry through "The Jungle"
  • Establishing secret ballot to decrease intimidation

Teddy Roosevelt

1st Term

  • Dynamic energy, key of his character
  • First president since Lincoln to use the full power of the executive branch

2nd Term

  • First president since Lincoln to use the full power of the executive branch
  • Establishes Square Deal

Return

  • Part of "new nationalism"
  • Strict regulations on large corporations
  • Greater protection for women and children in the industry
  • Direct improvement in democracy
  • Runs in 3rd party as "Bull-Moose" party because Taft was doing poorly

William Howard Taft

  • Didn't want to run for a third term
  • Constant disagreements with Congress and other progressives.
  • TR endorsed Taft.
  • Known for getting stuck in his bathtub.
  • Did not live up to Roosevelt's and others' expectations.
  • Roosevelt ran again as a third party
  • Maintained some progressive reforms

Dollar Diplomacy

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Test your knowledge on key events and figures from the Spanish-American War and World War I. This quiz covers significant amendments, legislation, and the shift in U.S. foreign policy during these periods. Dive into important concepts such as yellow journalism, the Rough Riders, and the Panama Canal.

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