APUSH Midterm Flashcards
Teller Amendment
tell them and break the wonderful news
Definition: A provision passed in 1898 stating that the U.S. would not take over Cuba after defeating Spain in the Spanish-American War.
Significance: It demonstrated U.S. intentions to promote Cuban independence and reassured skeptics about imperial ambitions. im the end, they didnt keep their promise cus they still tried to control Cuba
what Territory was Gained from the Spanish-American War because of the Treaty of Paris in 1898
Definition: As a result of the 1898 Treaty of Paris, the U.S. acquired Guam, Puerto Rico, and the Philippines.
Significance: These acquisitions marked the U.S.’s emergence as a global imperial power.
Open Door Policy
hey, were open to new things
Definition: A U.S. policy advocating for equal trading rights in China and respect for its territorial integrity, established in 1899–1900.
Significance: It aimed to protect American trade interests and curb European domination in China.
Immediate Cause of WWI
Definition: WWI began in 1914 after the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand.
Significance: The assassination triggered a series of alliances and conflicts that escalated into a global war.
America’s Entry into WWI
Definition: The U.S. entered WWI in 1917 after Germany’s unrestricted submarine warfare and the interception of the Zimmermann Telegram.
Significance: U.S. involvement shifted the balance in favor of the Allies and showcased its growing global influence.
Woodrow Wilson’s Declaration of War (1917)
Definition: Wilson asked Congress to declare war on Germany, emphasizing the need to protect democracy.
Significance: The U.S. entered WWI as a moral crusader, reshaping its role on the global stage.
War Industries Board
Definition: A government agency during WWI that coordinated industrial ORGANIZE production for the war effort.
Significance: It highlighted the importance of centralized economic planning during wartime
Committee on Public Information
Definition: A propaganda agency established during WWI to garner public support for the war.
Significance: It utilized mass media to unite the nation and promote patriotism.
Insular Cases
thanks to treaty of Paris
supreme court decisions
addressed the legal status of overseas territories
Definition: A series of Supreme Court decisions about the application of U.S. constitutional rights in new territories.
Significance: These rulings defined the legal status of U.S. territories and their residents.
Roosevelt Corollary
Definition: An extension of the Monroe Doctrine asserting (declare) the U.S.’s right to intervene in Latin America.
not only were the nations of the Western Hemisphere protected against colonization by European powers but also that the United States had the duty to preserve order in the nations of the Western Hemisphere.
Significance: It established the U.S. as a regional “policeman” in the Western Hemisphere.
The Great Migration (WWI)
Definition: The movement of African Americans from the South to Northern cities for better economic opportunities.
Significance: It reshaped demographics and spurred cultural developments, such as the Harlem Renaissance.
Theodore Roosevelt
26th pres
Definition: A U.S. president known for leading the Rough Riders, the “Square Deal” policies, and running as a Progressive in 1912.
Significance: His leadership expanded U.S. influence globally and redefined the role of government domestically.
Queen Liliuokalani
Definition: The last monarch of Hawaii, overthrown in 1893 with U.S. support.
Significance: Her removal paved the way for Hawaii’s annexation and highlighted U.S. expansionism.
Alfred Mahan’s Writing
Definition: His work, The Influence of Sea Power Upon History, argued for naval strength as key to global power.
Significance: It shaped U.S. foreign policy and justified imperialism.
Alice Paul
Feminest
Definition: A suffragist who led efforts for the 19th Amendment, granting women the right to vote.
Significance: Her activism was pivotal in securing gender equality in voting rights
Harlem Renaissance
Definition: A cultural movement celebrating African American art, music, and literature during the 1920s.
Significance: It fostered racial pride and influenced American culture.
Soft Power (1920s)
keep calm luh
Definition: The use of cultural influence rather than force to assert national power.
Significance: The U.S. exported culture like jazz and cinema, shaping its global image.
Dollar Diplomacy
Hey we give you money so that u can let us be the rulers
Definition: A policy encouraging U.S. investment in foreign economies to gain influence.
the United States lent money to foreign countries in return for the ability to make decisions for the governments of those countries.
Significance: It reflected economic imperialism, (when a country is in control of a dif country by force) particularly in Latin America.
Consumer Buying in the 1920s
Definition: Americans embraced credit and installment buying, fueling an economic boom.
Significance: This consumer culture helped define the Roaring Twenties but contributed to the Great Depression
Sheppard-Towner Federal Maternity and Infancy Act (1921)
Definition: A law funding maternal and infant healthcare programs.
Significance: It was an early example of federal involvement in public health.
Targets of the KKK in the 1920s
Definition: Beyond African Americans, the Klan targeted Jews, Catholics, and immigrants.
Significance: Their resurgence highlighted racial and cultural tensions of the time.
Universal Negro Improvement Association
GARVEY
Definition: Marcus Garvey’s organization promoting black pride and economic independence.
Significance: It laid groundwork for later civil rights movements.
Great Depression’s Effect on Women in the Workforce
Definition: Many women faced discrimination and job loss but continued to work in low-paying roles.
Significance: It challenged traditional gender roles and highlighted inequalities.
Nicola Sacco and Bartolomeo Vanzetti Court Case
Definition: Sacco and Vanzetti were Italian immigrants and anarchists (freedom fighter) who were convicted of murder in 1921 during a robbery in Massachusetts. The trial was highly controversial due to allegations of bias against their political beliefs and immigrant status.
Significance: The case highlighted deep divisions in American society over issues like immigration, political radicalism, and justice. It became a symbol of unfair treatment of minorities and inspired protests global
