US Imperialism and Expansionism

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What was the primary driving force behind the expansion of the United States' territories during the late 19th century?

The belief in social Darwinism and the pursuit of new markets (correct)

The desire to spread democracy and liberty

The need to protect American businesses from foreign competition

The fear of European colonization in the Americas

What was the primary goal of the American Anti-Imperialist League, formed in 1898?

To support the American Empire's expansion into Asia

To promote the spread of American exceptionalism

To advocate for the annexation of Hawaii

To oppose the annexation of the Philippines (correct)

What was the term used to describe the rapid expansion of the United States' territories during the late 19th century?

The Age of Imperialism (correct)

The Age of Exploration

The Era of American Exceptionalism

The Period of Social Darwinism

What was the outcome of the annexation of Hawaii in 1898?

The United States gained control over Hawaiian territories Signup and view all the answers

What was the idea that the United States is unique with a mission to spread liberty and democracy?

American Exceptionalism Signup and view all the answers

During the 'Age of Imperialism', which of the following countries did the United States exert control over?

The Philippines, Cuba, Germany, Austria, Korea, and Japan Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary objective of the Monroe Doctrine?

To free the newly independent colonies of Latin America from European intervention Signup and view all the answers

What was the main cause of the Spanish-American War?

The Cuban War of Independence Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the Treaty of Paris?

The US gained control of Cuba, Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Philippines Signup and view all the answers

What was the legacy of the Spanish-American War?

The US marked its entry into world affairs and gained global influence Signup and view all the answers

What was the duration of the Spanish-American War?

Ten weeks Signup and view all the answers

What was the result of the Spanish-American War on national identity and news reporting?

It reshaped national identity and news reporting Signup and view all the answers

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What was the primary driving force behind the expansion of the United States' territories during the late 19th century?

What was the primary goal of the American Anti-Imperialist League, formed in 1898?

What was the term used to describe the rapid expansion of the United States' territories during the late 19th century?

What was the outcome of the annexation of Hawaii in 1898?

What was the idea that the United States is unique with a mission to spread liberty and democracy?

During the 'Age of Imperialism', which of the following countries did the United States exert control over?

What was the primary objective of the Monroe Doctrine?

What was the main cause of the Spanish-American War?

What was the outcome of the Treaty of Paris?

What was the legacy of the Spanish-American War?

What was the duration of the Spanish-American War?

What was the result of the Spanish-American War on national identity and news reporting?

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