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Based on the Monroe Doctrine and the Roosevelt Corollary, what was the position of the United States toward Latin America in the 1800s?

A
aggressive
B
colonial
C
belligerent
D
defensive
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Which of the following explains the arguments for US imperialism in the late 1800s?

A
The United States needed to prove its strength to Latin American countries.
B
The United States wanted to assume its place as a world power.
C
The United States wanted to discourage democracy, religion, and prosperity.
D
The United States wanted to discuss colonizing Latin America.
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The position of the United States toward Latin America in the 1800s was specifically based on

A
manifest destiny.
B
imperialism.
C
the Monroe Doctrine.
D
the US Constitution.
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In the 1800s, what new technology helped nations expand their territories with fewer soldiers?

A
machine gun
B
railroad
C
telephone
D
telegraph
5

In the 1800s, what new technology helped imperial nations communicate quickly with their colonies in other parts of the world?

A
radio
B
railroad
C
steamship
D
telegraph
6

The Roosevelt Corollary said the US government was willing to take action in

A
Africa.
B
Europe.
C
Asia.
D
Latin America.
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Which best represents Alfred Thayer Mahan’s position on US imperialism in the late 1800s?

A
Maintaining a strong navy was important for defense, rather than using resources for colonization.
B
Choosing not to establish colonies would prevent the need for a strong navy, saving US resources.
C
Establishing diplomatic ties with nations around the world would ensure support for a strong US navy.
D
Establishing a strong navy would help the US establish colonies, which would keep the navy strong.
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A country that expands its power and influence by taking over other countries using diplomacy or military force practices

A
colonization.
B
cultural diffusion.
C
imperialism.
D
manifest destiny.
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Which of the following defines imperialism?

A
extending a country’s power and influence
B
ensuring a market for a country’s products
C
acquiring a source of raw materials
D
increasing a country’s labor and tax bases
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What was the main way in which imperialist nations protected their colonies and trade in the 1800s?

A
The imperialist nations built military bases around the world.
B
The imperialist nations required their colonies to raise armies.
C
The imperialist nations armed their merchant ships heavily.
D
The imperialist nations made peace treaties with other nations.

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