U.S. Foreign Policy in the Early 20th Century

In the early 20th century, the U.S. expanded its global influence through policies like the Open Door Policy, which promoted trade with China. The Roosevelt Corollary extended the Monroe Doctrine, allowing the U.S. to act as a police force in the Western Hemisphere. This included interventions in Latin America and showcasing naval power with the Great White Fleet. Taft's Dollar Diplomacy aimed to influence other nations through economic investment, but often led to political interference.

What was the primary goal of the Open Door Policy?

• To annex the Philippines

• To divide China into spheres of influence

• To promote international trade with China

• To establish military bases in China

Which event prompted the United States to propose the Open Door Policy?

• The Russo-Japanese War

• The annexation of Hawaii

• The Spanish-American War

• The Boxer Rebellion

What was the Roosevelt Corollary an extension of?

• The Monroe Doctrine

• The Open Door Policy

• The Good Neighbor Policy

• The Treaty of Paris

How did the Roosevelt Corollary affect U.S. relations with Latin America?

• It led to the annexation of several Latin American territories

• It established military bases throughout Latin America

• It promoted free trade agreements with Latin American countries

• It allowed the U.S. to intervene in conflicts between Latin American countries and Europe

What was the purpose of the Great White Fleet?

• To conduct scientific research

• To establish trade routes in Asia

• To transport troops to Europe

• To demonstrate U.S. naval power globally

Why did some critics oppose the launch of the Great White Fleet?

• They believed it was a waste of money and could provoke Japan

• They wanted to focus on domestic issues

• They thought it would lead to war with Europe

• They feared it would cause environmental damage

What was the main strategy behind Taft's Dollar Diplomacy?

• Influencing nations through economic investment

• Establishing military alliances

• Promoting cultural exchanges

• Expanding territorial claims

What was a significant consequence of Dollar Diplomacy in Nicaragua?

• Political interference led to civil unrest

• It strengthened diplomatic relations

• It resulted in a trade embargo

• It led to the construction of the Panama Canal

What was a criticism of Taft's Dollar Diplomacy?

• It failed to export American values and interfered in foreign governments

• It led to increased military spending

• It caused a decline in U.S. exports

• It resulted in the loss of U.S. territories

Which policy aimed to influence other nations through economic means rather than military force?

• The Monroe Doctrine

• The Open Door Policy

• Dollar Diplomacy

• Big Stick Diplomacy