US Imperialism Study Guide

Who claimed that the American Frontier ("The West") was closed for further expansion by 1893?

• Frederick Jackson Turner

• Theodore Roosevelt

• Woodrow Wilson

• Andrew Carnegie

How did the concept of "The New Manifest Destiny" relate to U.S. imperialism?

• It encouraged the U.S. to remain neutral in world affairs.

• It promoted the idea that the U.S. should expand its influence and power globally, similar to European powers.

• It focused on domestic economic reforms to help every citizen acheive their destiny.

• It discouraged any form of overseas expansion. And focused on job creation in the United States itself.

Who wrote "The Influence of Sea Power Upon History" in 1890?

• Alfred T. Mahan

• Theodore Roosevelt

• John Paul Jones

• George Dewey

What is the main idea presented in Alfred Mahan's book the Influence of Sea Power upon History (1890) about great nations?

• Great nations must have a great navy

• Great nations must have large armies

• Great nations must have advanced technology

• Great nations must have many allies

What were some of the mocking names given to the Alaska purchase at the time?

• Seward’s Icebox and Seward’s Folly

• Lincoln’s Mistake and Johnson’s Blunder

• The Frozen Deal and The Northern Gamble

• The Russian Gift and The Arctic Error

What significant event took place in Hawaii in January of 1893?

• U.S. soldiers removed the Queen of Hawaii and established a new provisional government.

• Hawaii became a U.S. state.

• The Hawaiian monarchy was restored.

• The U.S. signed a treaty with Hawaii that officially recognized the power of the native monarchy.

Who was the U.S. President in 1898?

• William McKinley

• Theodore Roosevelt

• Woodrow Wilson

• Grover Cleveland

By 1895, how much had American businesses invested in Cuba?

• Nearly $50 million

• Nearly $10 million

• Nearly $100 million

• Nearly $5 million

Why was Jose Marti viewed as a martyr for Cuba’s independence?

• He signed the treaty granting independence to Cuba

• He was killed in battle while fighting for Cuban independence

• He was exiled to Spain for his beliefs

• He became the first president of independent Cuba

Analyze why U.S. newspapers might have chosen to label Weyler as "The Butcher" and discuss the potential impact of this label on American public opinion about the situation in Cuba.

• The label was used to provoke outrage and sympathy for Cubans, possibly influencing support for U.S. intervention.

• The label was meant to praise Weyler's military strategy.

• The label was used to encourage trade with Spain.

• The label was intended to support Spanish colonial rule in Cuba.