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2. America Steps Up: Imperialism
After-School Review Session #4
America Steps Up: Imperialism

3. Open Door Policy Dollar Diplomacy Roosevelt Corollary Monroe Doctrine
What would be the best title for this section of notes from an American History class?
Open Door Policy
Dollar Diplomacy
Roosevelt Corollary
Monroe Doctrine

4. With which statement would the artist of this political cartoon most likely agree?
The United States should be the policeman of the world
The United States is not ready to be an imperial power.
The United States should acquire more territory.
The United States needs to focus on building a better military.

5. “Whether they will or no, Americans must now begin to look outward
“Whether they will or no, Americans must now begin to look outward. The growing production of the country demands it. An increasing volume of the public sentiment demands it…”
Alfred T. Mahan
What reason does Mahan give for engaging in imperialism?
What did he propose that the government do in order to engage in imperialism?

6. What impact did sensationalized headlines such as this have on the American public during this time?
A They sparked an emotional reaction that led to support for war with Spain.
B They brought the reality of war to the American people, turning them against war with Spain.
C They helped sell newspapers but did little to create support for war.
D They angered Americans, causing them to vote for laws that limited the freedom of press.

7. In this cartoon, why is Teddy Roosevelt pointing a cannon at the king?
“Monroe Doctrine”
To ensure that the United States stays isolated
To declare war against European nations
To prevent American ships from being attacked
To threaten Europe to stay out of the Western Hemisphere
Europe

8. Based on the artist’s portrayal of the various countries, which idea is supported by this cartoon? A. A belief in Social Darwinism B. Support for nativism C. The concept of assimilation D. The idea of the American melting pot
Army and Navy
“Holding his end up.”

9. What action would President Teddy Roosevelt support to implement the policy depicted in this cartoon?
A building up a powerful military
B ending tariffs on foreign goods
C conserving natural resources
D promoting voting rights for women

10. What action by the United States is referenced in this cartoon?
A the announcement of Dollar Diplomacy
B the end of the Spanish-American War
C the issuance of the Open Door Policy
D the annexation of the Philippines

11. The cartoon represents what change in American policy?
A the focus on domestic rather than foreign policy
B the shift from isolationism to imperialism
C the end of tariffs and trade restrictions
D the rejection of expansionist ideals

12. What was the main focus of American imperialism in the late 19th and early 20th centuries?
A avoiding military conflict with European nations
B acquiring new territories and increasing trade
C establishing American colonies in Africa
D maintaining a hands-off approach to international affairs

13. Who is the man pictured at left?
Which term best describes the concept the artist was expressing in this illustration? A. Dollar Diplomacy B. Moral Diplomacy C. Open Door Policy D. Big Stick Policy

14. What cause of imperialism is written about below
What cause of imperialism is written about below? What are some other causes? Which cause was the most important factor fueling American imperialism?