Imperialism I

What is a Protectorate?

• A protectorate is a territory that is controlled and protected by a more powerful country.
• A protectorate is a region that is economically independent from other nations.
• A protectorate is a self-governing territory with no external influence.
• A protectorate is a type of military alliance between countries.

What is Anglo-Saxonism?

• A cultural and political ideology emphasizing the superiority of Anglo-Saxon (white english ) culture.

• A philosophy advocating for the preservation of indigenous languages.
• A movement promoting the unification of all European cultures.
• A historical term for the Anglo-Saxon period in England.

What is Social Darwinism?

• Social Darwinism is the application of Darwinian principles to social and economic issues, often used to justify inequality. (Survival of the Fittest)

• A theory that promotes genetic superiority among races.
• A method for improving social welfare through government intervention.
• A belief that all societies evolve in a linear fashion.

Why did Alfred T. Mahan want a modern Navy?

• To promote isolationism and avoid foreign conflicts.
• To ensure national power, protect trade, and assert global influence.
• To reduce naval spending and focus on air power.
• To build a larger army for land battles.

Significance of the Treaty of Kanagawa.

• The Treaty of Kanagawa opened Japan to Western trade and marked the beginning of its modernization.
• The Treaty of Kanagawa ended Japan's feudal system.
• The Treaty of Kanagawa was a military agreement between Japan and the U.S.
• The Treaty of Kanagawa isolated Japan from foreign influence.

When was the Annexation of Hawaii?

• 1901
• 1875
• 1920
• 1898

How did the US Annex Hawaii?

• Hawaii became a US territory after a treaty with Japan in 1900.
• The US purchased Hawaii from Spain in 1898.
• The US annexed Hawaii in 1898 after the overthrow of its monarchy.
• Hawaii was annexed by the US in 1776 during the American Revolution.

What is Gunboat Diplomacy?

• Gunboat Diplomacy is a foreign policy that uses threats of military force to influence other nations.
• A method of negotiation that avoids any form of military threat.
• A strategy that promotes trade agreements without military presence.
• A diplomatic approach that relies solely on economic sanctions.

How did Matthew Perry use Gunboat Diplomacy to open trade with Japan?

• Matthew Perry relied on diplomatic letters to establish trade relations with Japan.
• Matthew Perry used economic incentives to persuade Japan to trade.
• Matthew Perry negotiated trade agreements through peaceful discussions.
• Matthew Perry used gunboat diplomacy to pressure Japan into opening trade by showcasing military strength with U.S. Navy ships.

How is Manifest Destiny linked to Anglo-Saxonism?

• Manifest Destiny is solely about economic expansion without cultural implications.
• Manifest Destiny is linked to Anglo-Saxonism through the belief in the superiority of Anglo-Saxon culture and the justification of territorial expansion.
• Manifest Destiny promotes the idea of global unity among all cultures.
• Anglo-Saxonism advocates for the preservation of indigenous cultures.