The best definition of Imperialism is __________.
JM23 Imperialism in US History

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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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when a powerful nation takes control of the economy and government of a weaker nation
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Why did nations want to be imperialistic?
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They wanted prestige (pride) among other nations, needed more natural resources, and needed more markets to sell industrial goods.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Which of the following is NOT one of the reasons/ideas behind imperialism? Military Needs, Cultural Superiority, Nationalism (national pride)
Back
To isolate your country from the rest of the world.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Who did the U.S. buy Alaska from? Options: Cuba, Germany, Russia, Canada
Back
Russia
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Describe how the United States acquired Hawaii.
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U.S. businessmen overthrew Queen Liliuokalani to avoid sugar tariffs (taxes) and then Hawaii became a U.S. territory in 1898.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Teddy Roosevelt's policy was to "Speak softly and carry a big stick." What did he mean by this?
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Negotiate peacefully, but always have the threat of the military to back you up.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Why was building the Panama Canal so important to the United States?
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It would be a major shipping canal connecting the Pacific & Atlantic Oceans.
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