Expanding Borders

Question 1

Which statement best describes the effects of Japan’s Meiji Restoration?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Japan modernized its government and economy.

Question 2

What were the effects of US intervention in the Russo-Japanese War?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Roosevelt’s effort to negotiate a peace treaty ended the war and increased US influence.

Question 3

How did President Cleveland react to the American planters’ request for the US to annex Hawaii? Check all that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Cleveland rejected the planters' request for annexation.; Cleveland said the planters’ seizure of Hawaii was an illegal act of war.

Question 4

What reason does Senator Beveridge give for China’s importance to the United States?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

China would be the best market for American-made goods in the future.

Question 5

What were the principles of the Open Door policy issued by the United States? Check all that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Only China could tax trade in China.; All nations had to pay taxes to China.; Each sphere had to have a port open for trade.

Question 6

How did the US purchase and settlement of Alaska affect indigenous Alaskans? Check all that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Indigenous lands were divided for farming and White settlement.; The whaling industry affected the survival of indigenous Alaskans.

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