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US Imperialism Quiz #1

Quiz by John Frieser

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  • Q1
    Which of the following was NOT a reason for US imperialism?
    policy of isolationism towards Asian nations
    desire for markets and raw materials
    closing of the western frontier
    Social Darwinism
    30s
  • Q2
    In the 1890s, the main goal of those who supported United States imperialism was to
    obtain overseas markets and naval bases
    defend against attacks by enemy nations
    bring self-government to areas under United States control
    spread democracy to Africa and Latin America
    30s
  • Q3
    "No man has a right to fix the boundary of the march of a nation; no man has a right to say to his country: this far you should go and no further." The author of this statement would most likely have supported the United States policy of
    containment
    manifest destiny
    sectionalism
    isolationism
    30s
  • Q4
    Based on the information in the partial outline below, which is the most appropriate entry for line D?
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    United States built the transcontinental railroad.
    United States became more involved in imperialism.
    United States experienced agricultural revolution.
    United States engaged in civil war.
    30s
  • Q5
    Which argument was used to support United States acquisition of overseas possessions in the late 1800s?
    The United States should be the first world power to build a colonial empire.
    The United States needed to obtain raw materials and new markets.
    The doctrine of Manifest Destiny had become obsolete.
    The spread of Marxist ideas had to be stopped because they threatened world peace.
    30s
  • Q6
    What was one characteristic of American imperialism in the late 19th and early 20th centuries?
    acquiring territory to promote economic and strategic interests
    rejecting the use of military force to gain colonies
    supporting independence movements in Africa
    avoiding involvement with nations in East Asia
    30s

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