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Chapter 10
Imperialism in the U.S
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11th Grade
02/01/2016

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What is Imperialism?
Definition
It is when stronger nations attempt to control weaker nations
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How did an economic factor contribute to the growth of imperialism?
Definition
desire for raw materials and new markets
Term
How did an nationalistic factor contribute to the growth of imperialism?
Definition
competition among European nations and U.S
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How did an Military factor contribute to the growth of imperialism?
Definition
we were strong and needed a navy to defend the western hemisphere
Term
How did an humanitarian factor contribute to the growth of imperialism?
Definition
wanted to force culture and ideals upon other "uncivilized" nations
Term
What was the Monroe Doctrine
Definition
In 1823, the U.S. will oppose any European power to control a nation in the western hemisphere. U.S. won't interfere with the Eastern hemisphere
Term
Why did Seward want Midway islands?
Definition
for a refuel/repair station
Term
What does Banana Republic mean?
Definition
A derogatory term for islands that are only good for natural resources
Term
What book did Admiral Alfred Mahan write?
Definition
Influence of Sea Power Upon History
Term
What three things Admiral Alfred Mahan wrote about?
Definition
A navy for defense, securing new markets, preserve american spirit
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When did the Spanish-American war start?
Definition
1898
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Where was the first battle of the Spanish-American war fought?
Definition
The Philippines
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What two countries did the U.S. negotiate a treaty between?
Definition
Venezuela and Great Britain
Term
Why was Great Britain mad about Venezuela?
Definition
Venezuela owed debt
Term
Why did the U.S. become involved with Cuba?
Definition
To protect business interests(An American sugar plantation was destroyed)
Term
What is Jingoism?
Definition
a burst of national pride and desire for an aggressive foreign policy
Term
Who asked the U.S. for help to fight the Spanish in Cuba?
Definition
Jose Marti
Term
Who's nickname was the Butcher?
Hint: Spanish
Definition
Valeriano Weyler
Term
Where did the Spanish put Cuban civilians? 200'000 died here
Definition
re concentration camps
Term
De Lome Letter
Definition
A stolen letter from a Spanish ambassador to Washington that criticized President McKinley.
Term
What ship sunk that we blamed on Spain?
Definition
U.S.S. Maine
Term
Who was nicknamed the "George Washington of the Philippines"?
Definition
Emilio Aquianaldo
Term
Under who's command was the Spanish fleet destroyed in 7 hours?
Definition
Admiral George Dewey
Term
Where was the Spanish fleet destroyed?
Definition
Manila Bay
Term
Who were the Rough Riders?
Definition
First volunteer cavalry
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WHO led the Rough Riders on a charge up WHAT hill?
Definition
Theodore Roosevelt; San Juan Hill
Term
Which harbor did the Spanish try to escape on July 3, 1898
Definition
Santiago Harbor
Term
How many American Soldiers died during the war?
Definition
2,500
Term
How many American Soldiers died in battle?
Definition
400
Term
What ended the war?
Definition
Treaty of Paris 1898
Term
What happened to Cuba after the war?
Definition
It was recognized as independent
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What was the Platt Amendment
Definition
Cuba can't negotiate any treaty without U.S. approval and a military base goes on their land
Term
How much money did America pay Spain after the treaty?
Definition
$20 million
Term
What land did the U.S. buy from Spain?
Definition
Guam, Puerto Rico, and Philippines
Term
When did the Platt Amendment stop being enforced?
Definition
1934
Term
When did the American-Filipino war end?
Definition
1946
Term
How many Americans died/injured in the American-Filipino war?
Definition
4000/300
Term
How many Filipino rebels and civilians were killed?
Definition
16'000/200'000
Term
Who was overthrown from Hawaii leadership?
Definition
Queen Liliuokalani
Term
Who insisted the military overthrow the Queen?
Definition
Sanford B. Dole
Term
Who was put in charge of Hawaii?
Definition
Sanford B. Dole
Term
How much did the french ask for for the rights to build on panama
Definition
$40 million
Term
How much did the U.S. pay to PANAMA?
Definition
$10 million
Term
Who fought mosquitos in Panama?
Definition
Dr. Gorgas
Term
How did Dr. Gorgas fight the mosquitos?
Definition
drained open water, made screens, and put chemicals in bodies of water he couldn't drain
Term
Roosevelt Corollary
Definition
U.S. didn't wish to acquire any more land but would act as an international police force
Term
Who negotiated a peace policy between Russia and Japan?
Definition
Theodore Roosevelt
Term
Who favored the big stick policy?
Definition
Theodore Roosevelt
Term
Who favored the Dollar Diplomacy?
Definition
President Taft
Term
Who favored the Moral Diplomacy?
Definition
Woodrow Wilson
Term
Who was in office before President Wilson?(got assassinated)
Definition
McKinley
Term
Anti Imperialist: Moral and Political
Definition
expansionism was a rejection of nation principle "liberty for all"
Term
Anti Imperialist: Racial
Definition
spreading would be forcing our religion/culture
Term
Anti Imperialist: Economic
Definition
expansion expensive. navy expensive. aliens compete for jobs with cheaper pay. May have to draft to keep up.
Term
Pro Imperialist arguments
Definition
new frontier and access to foreign markets
Term
Annex
Definition
when one nation makes another apart of itself
Term
Arbitration
Definition
settlement of a dispute by one person where they listen to both sides and come to a decision
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