Mod 7 Imperialism

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In 1899, the United States proclaimed the Open Door policy in an attempt to

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ensure trading opportunities in China

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In the late 1800s, an increased demand for raw materials and a desire for new markets contributed to the United States adopting a policy of

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imperialism

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Why did Americans want to annex Hawaii?

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Because it was a rich source of sugar and provided a strategic location.

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In the 1890s, the main goal of those who supported United States imperialism was to

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obtain overseas markets and naval bases

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Which of the following most closely means to annex? to add, to remove, to stop, to improve

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to add

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The purchase of Alaska was purchased from which nation?

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Russia

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This foreign policy idea promotes staying out of world affairs.

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Isolationism

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Why did the U.S. want to open trade with Japan in the 1850's?

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The U.S. wanted access to Japanese markets before European nations.

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Why was the purchase of Alaska criticized at the time?

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It was seen as worthless.

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When capturing the Philippine Islands, American forces suffered how many casualties?

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