American Imperialism

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A policy of extending a county's global (world) power and influence using diplomacy and/or military force.

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imperialism

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8.10.g

8.10.f

8.10.e

Front

What country does Uncle Sam represent in the image?

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United States

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What nation does the queen represent in the image?

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Hawaii

Front

What economic resource is the primary reason the United States is interested in this territory? Options: rice, cotton, soybeans, sugar/sugarcane

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sugar/sugarcane

Front

Which statement best describes the primary message in the cartoon?

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The United States will soon overtake Hawaii.

Front

What did the Hawaiian League riflemen demand from the king?

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To sign a new constitution and dismiss the legislature

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What does the all-white Hawaiian League advocate?

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The overthrow of the monarchy and annexation by the U.S.

Front

What were the consequences of the 'Bayonet Constitution'?

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It gave the vote to foreign landowners.

Front

Which statement best explains why the United States became involved in Cuba's battle for independence from Spain?
Options:
The US feared economic instability, which could cause the nation to lose money.
The US was in favor of Cuba becoming a Spanish territory.
The US failed at creating a foreign policy.
Spain secretly wanted to take control of the US.

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The US feared economic instability, which could cause the nation to lose money.

Front

Which US battleship was sent to Cuba at the start of the rebellion against Spain and mysteriously exploded in Havana Harbor?

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USS Maine