US History (Q2) Review

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Which factor is most closely associated with the decision of the United States to declare war on Spain in 1898? Options: isolationist policy, labor union pressure, yellow journalism, unrestricted submarine warfare

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yellow journalism

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Why did imperialism suddenly become more popular in the United States by the end of the 19th century?

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Americans wanted to sell goods to new markets and buy raw materials for new industries.

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Which American city served as the main port of embarkation for the “Rough Riders” and other American forces sent to Cuba during the Spanish-American War?

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Tampa, Florida

Front

Why was it important to Roosevelt to sail the Great White Fleet around the World?

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It showed the world that the US could defend itself.

Front

The Roosevelt Corollary relates directly to which former document?

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The Monroe Doctrine

Front

Which country tried and failed to build the Panama Canal? Options: France, Great Britain, China, Mexico

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France

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In order to get access to build the Canal, which country did the U.S. have to assist Panamanians in a revolution against? Options: Mexico, Honduras, Columbia, Brazil

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Columbia

Front

Early on, what caused most workers to want to flee from Panama?

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Diseases

Front

The Monroe Doctrine ties into which two ideas?

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The Roosevelt Corollary & Big Stick Diplomacy

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What was a huge benefit of capturing territories for the US?

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Strengthen Naval Power