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The Emergence of Modern America: World War I — Test

Question 13 • U.S. History I

Why did the United States establish the Open Door policy?

Answer
A
to ensure that it could conduct trade with and exert influence in China
B
to secure a lasting peace among the various imperial powers
C
to allow US missionaries to travel freely in other countries
D
to encourage immigration from China and other Asian countries

Explanation

The United States established the Open Door policy to keep trade in China open to all nations and prevent any one imperial power from controlling Chinese markets. This allowed the United States to trade with China and maintain influence there. The policy was not mainly about securing peace, missionary travel, or encouraging immigration.

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