Unit 5 Review (SSUSH14)

All of these territories came under the control of the United States following what conflict? · Guam
· Philippines
· Puerto Rico

• Spanish American War

• World War I

• Mexican-American War

• Civil War

When Theodore Roosevelt said, ¨Speak softly and carry a big stick,¨ he was trying to gain support for

• building a powerful navy to aid United States diplomacy.

• increasing the size of the army for land conflicts.

• promoting isolationism in foreign policy.

• establishing a peace treaty with European nations.

The Roosevelt Corollary to the Monroe Doctrine did which of the following?

• Promised an American empire in the Caribbean.

• Warned European nations to eliminate all economic interests in Latin America.

• Warned of American intervention in Latin American affairs when necessary.

• Acquired Cuba for the United States as a territory.

Man-made waterway cut through Panama that allowed for faster shipping. Was controlled by the US for decades.

• Panama Canal

• Suez Canal

• Erie Canal

• Amazon River

What does imperialism mean?

• a policy of extending a country's power and influence through diplomacy or military force

• a strategy for economic growth through trade agreements

• a form of government where power is held by a single ruler

• a cultural movement promoting local traditions and customs

How did the United States respond to the harsh treatment of the Cubans following their Revolution?

• The US ignored the situation and took no action.

• The US was angered over their treatment, and demanded action against Spain.

• The US supported Spain in their actions against the Cubans.

• The US remained neutral and did not get involved.

What happened to the battleship Maine that was sent off the shores of Cuba by the United States?

• It was captured by the Spanish Navy.

• It exploded and sank in the Havana Harbor.

• It was used as a museum ship after the war.

• It was sunk by a storm while at sea.

What was the DeLome letter?

• A letter written from the Spanish Minister that criticized the United States, and angered many Americans

• A letter from the U.S. President to Spain requesting peace

• A letter written by American citizens protesting Spanish rule

• A letter from a British diplomat discussing trade relations

This cartoon is referring to the American foreign policy of

• building a strong military in order to expand U.S. influence.

• promoting democracy through diplomatic means.

• reducing military presence in foreign countries.

• focusing on economic sanctions against adversaries.

For what purpose did the United States build the Panama Canal?

• To facilitate easier travel for US ships between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.

• To establish a military base in Central America.

• To promote tourism in Panama.

• To increase trade with Europe.