American Imperialism in the Pacific Answers

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What economic factors led to the rise of imperialism? Check all that apply.advancements in transportation technologythe desire to find new marketsthe fall of American industryless access to transportation routesindustrial need for raw materials

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advancements in transportation technology
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the desire to find new markets
C
the fall of American industry
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less access to transportation routes
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industrial need for raw materials
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Why did some people oppose Seward’s proposal to purchase Alaska?

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All Americans believed that the US was large enough and there was no need for expansion.
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Alaska had already been explored and was found to lack resources to support the economy.
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The country was already in debt, and Alaska’s climate and terrain were viewed as too cold.
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The belief in Manifest Destiny kept many Americans satisfied in their own local area.

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