U.S. Involvement in Latin America: Roosevelt Corollary
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What was the main reason President Roosevelt expanded U.S. involvement in Latin America in 1904?

  • To prevent European powers from sending warships to Santo Domingo (correct)
  • To initiate a cultural exchange program with Latin American nations
  • To explore new trading opportunities in the region
  • To establish a new military base in Latin America

    • What statement did President Roosevelt make, which later became known as the Roosevelt Corollary to the Monroe Doctrine?

  • The U.S. should not interfere in the affairs of Latin American countries.
  • The U.S. would promote democracy in Latin America.
  • The U.S. would intervene in Latin American nations charged with 'chronic wrongdoing.' (correct)
  • The U.S. would provide financial aid to all Latin American nations.

    • What did the European powers threaten to do in Santo Domingo that prompted President Roosevelt's intervention?

  • Build infrastructure projects
  • Send warships (correct)
  • Establish diplomatic relations
  • Provide financial aid

    • What specifically would trigger U.S. intervention in a Latin American nation according to the Roosevelt Corollary?

    <p>Chronic wrongdoing, such as the inability to repay debts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of U.S. intervention in the Dominican Republic as a result of the Roosevelt Corollary?

    <p>The U.S. took control of debt collection in the Dominican Republic</p> Signup and view all the answers

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