Imperialism Review

Imperialism Review

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Social Studies

11th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How did the Platt Amendment differ from the Teller Amendment? Options: The Platt Amendment promised that the US would never intervene again in Cuba, The Platt Amendment overturned the Teller Amendment by authorizing the US to annex Cuba, The Platt Amendment preserved Cuban independence by claimed the right to intervene in Cuban affairs, The Platt Amendment promised that the US would leave Cuba as soon as its independence from Spain was secured

Back

The Platt Amendment preserved Cuban independence by claimed the right to intervene in Cuban affairs

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Why is the Spanish-American War of 1898 often considered a major turning point in US history?

Back

It revealed that the US had become a world power.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What strategy did Mahan advocate for the United States to succeed as a naval power in his book The Influence of Sea Power upon History?

Back

building a canal through Central America

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What was an unfavorable impact of the construction of the Panama Canal?

Back

Colombia and other Latin American countries resented US interference in the Panamanian revolt against Colombia.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

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

Back

Tampa, Florida

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Before 1898 most Americans had opposed imperialism. Why did imperialism suddenly become more popular in the US by the end of the century?

Back

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

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How did Cuban Americans living in Florida play an important role in the outbreak of the Spanish-American War?

Back

They contributed money to Cuban rebels who were fighting against Spain.

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