USII5 Study Guide

What other continent was also being taken over by European powers?

• Asia

• Africa

• South America

• Australia

What is Capitalism?

• People can own businesses and make money instead of the government owning everything.

• The government controls all businesses and profits.

• It is a system where all resources are shared equally among people.

• A system where businesses are owned by the community collectively.

What is Yellow Journalism?

• A style of news that over-exaggerates facts to grab people's attention.

• A form of journalism that focuses on in-depth analysis and factual reporting.

• A type of journalism that strictly adheres to ethical standards and avoids sensationalism.

• A style of journalism that primarily covers scientific discoveries and technological advancements.

What did Yellow Journalism eventually cause?

• It caused the American people to go to the Spanish-American War.

• It led to the Industrial Revolution.

• It resulted in the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

• It caused the American Civil War.

Who were the two sides fighting in the Spanish-American War?

• Spain vs. United States

• France vs. Germany

• United Kingdom vs. Argentina

• Portugal vs. Netherlands

Who gained independence as a result of the Spanish-American War?

• Cuba

• Philippines

• Puerto Rico

• Guam

What are the four reasons for the Spanish-American War?

• Cuba wanted independence, Yellow journalism, the sinking of the USS Maine, America wanted to protect their businesses.

• Cuba wanted to join Spain, Yellow journalism, the discovery of gold in Cuba, America wanted to expand its territory.

• Cuba wanted independence, Yellow journalism, the sinking of the USS Maine, America wanted to reduce taxes.

• Cuba wanted independence, the discovery of oil in Cuba, the sinking of the USS Maine, America wanted to protect their businesses.

What three territories did the US gain as a result of the Spanish-American War?

• Cuba, Guam, and the Philippines.

• Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Philippines.

• Hawaii, Guam, and the Philippines.

• Cuba, Puerto Rico, and Hawaii.

What boat was "sunk" that sparked the Spanish-American War?

• USS Maine

• USS Arizona

• USS Missouri

• USS Constitution

What was Teddy Roosevelt's foreign policy/slogan?

• "Speak softly and carry a big stick."

• "Peace through strength."

• "The buck stops here."

• "Ask not what your country can do for you."