Questions and Answers
Which state became the 50th state in 1959?
Which state became the 49th state in 1959?
What policy is associated with China concerning US trade?
Open Door Policy
Which US figure forced Japan to open for trade in 1852?
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How much did the US pay for the Philippines after the Spanish American War?
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The Pacific Ocean is the largest ocean in the world.
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From which country did the US obtain Guam?
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Who funded the independence of Panama from Colombia in 1903?
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What connects the Atlantic Ocean with the Pacific Ocean?
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From whom did Teddy Roosevelt try to purchase land to create a shortcut between the Eastern and Western US waters?
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Which amendment allowed the US to intervene in Cuba but did not lead to its annexation?
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In which year did the US obtain Puerto Rico?
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How much did the US pay for the Virgin Islands in 1917?
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The Atlantic Ocean is the largest ocean in the world.
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Study Notes
U.S. Territories and States
- Hawaii became the 50th state of the United States in 1959.
- Alaska became the 49th state of the United States in 1959.
- Guam was obtained from Spain in 1898 after the Spanish-American War and remains a U.S. territory today.
- Puerto Rico was acquired from Spain in 1898, also following the Spanish-American War, and is a U.S. territory currently.
- The U.S. Virgin Islands were purchased from Denmark in 1917 for $25 million.
U.S. Interaction with Other Nations
- The Open Door Policy was established by the United States to ensure equal trading rights in China.
- Matthew Perry compelled Japan to open up for U.S. trade in 1852, leading to significant cultural and economic exchanges.
- The Philippines were bought from Spain for $20 million after the Spanish-American War.
Key Historical Events
- Teddy Roosevelt facilitated the independence of Panama from Colombia in 1903 to secure U.S. interests.
- The Panama Canal, a 50-mile artificial waterway connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, was constructed under Teddy Roosevelt's leadership.
Geography
- The Pacific Ocean is the largest ocean in the world, significant for trade and military navigation.
- The Atlantic Ocean is the second largest ocean globally, serving as a major conduit for transatlantic trade and travel.
Miscellaneous
- In 1898, Cuba was granted to the U.S. with the stipulation of the Platt Amendment, allowing U.S. intervention to maintain order, though it was not annexed by the U.S.
- Colombia was the nation from which Roosevelt attempted to purchase land in order to facilitate a shortcut for maritime travel between the Eastern and Western U.S.
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Test your knowledge on key events and territories related to US imperialism. This quiz covers various important locations like Hawaii, Alaska, and the Philippines, highlighting their historical significance in American expansion. Challenge yourself with these facts to see how well you understand this crucial period in American history.
