Crash Course: American Imperialism

What was one of the primary causes of American imperialism in the late 19th century?

• To spread democracy

• To find new markets for American products

• To establish peace

• To explore new lands

Which territory did the U.S. annex in 1898 that later became a state in 1959?

• Philippines

• Guam

• Puerto Rico

• Hawaii

What was the main reason behind the U.S. involvement in the Spanish-American War according to President McKinley?

• To protect American peace of mind and end economic uncertainty

• To support Spanish rule

• To spread American culture

• To gain new territories

What was the outcome of the Philippine-American War?

• The war ended with a peace treaty

• The U.S. withdrew from the Philippines

• The U.S. established control over the Philippines

• The Philippines gained independence

What was the Foraker Act of 1900 related to?

• Annexing the Philippines

• Ending the Spanish-American War

• Establishing Puerto Rico as an insular territory

• Granting statehood to Hawaii