U.S. Foreign Policy in Latin America

Following the Spanish-American War in 1898, the US expanded its influence in Latin America, establishing protectorates and investing heavily in the region. The Monroe Doctrine, Roosevelt Corollary, and Taft's Dollar Diplomacy shaped US foreign policy, aiming to prevent European interference and promote economic growth. Wilson's Moral Diplomacy furthered democratic ideals. Key events included the Panama Canal construction and US involvement in regional conflicts, setting the stage for America's role in global affairs leading up to WWI.

What was one of the main reasons the United States increased its influence in Latin America after the Spanish-American War?

• To establish new colonies

• To fill the void left by the Spanish Empire

• To reduce trade with Latin America

• To promote European colonization

Which countries became U.S. protectorates to maintain influence in Latin America?

• Panama and Cuba

• Mexico and Chile

• Brazil and Argentina

• Peru and Bolivia

What was the primary focus of Taft's Dollar Diplomacy?

• Cultural exchange

• Economic investment

• Military intervention

• Political alliances

What did the Monroe Doctrine declare regarding European colonization in the Americas?

• It was encouraged

• It was a hostile act

• It was irrelevant

• It was beneficial

How did the Monroe Doctrine influence independence movements in Latin America?

• It discouraged revolts

• It supported European control

• It inspired revolutions

• It had no impact

What was the main characteristic of the Roosevelt Corollary?

• Intervening in Latin American conflicts

• Reducing military presence

• Promoting cultural exchanges

• Encouraging European alliances

How did Taft's approach differ from Roosevelt's in terms of influencing Latin America?

• Taft promoted European alliances

• Taft reduced U.S. influence

• Taft focused on economic investment

• Taft used military force

What was the goal of Wilson's Moral Diplomacy?

• To promote democracy

• To reduce economic investments

• To establish protectorates

• To increase military presence

Which countries did the U.S. support revolutionary groups in under Wilson's Moral Diplomacy?

• Chile and Peru

• Mexico and Haiti

• Brazil and Argentina

• Colombia and Venezuela

What was a key outcome of the U.S. foreign policy approaches in Latin America by 1914?

• Isolation from world events

• Decreased U.S. influence

• Increased European control

• Significant U.S. involvement