Unit 7 Flashcards
1
Q
The policy in which stronger nations extend their economic, political, or military control over weaker territories
A
Imperialism
2
Q
Who steered the U.S. clear of entangling alliances
A
George Washington
3
Q
What was addressed in Washington’s Farewell Address?
A
We have too many domestic problems to worry about bothering other countries
4
Q
What were the motivations involved in Westward Expansion?
A
- More land
- New economic markets
- New states to add to the Union
5
Q
What happened in the late 19th Century that changed on expansion?
A
The expansionism of the late 19th century reached beyond contiguous territory to secure markets.
6
Q
What are reasons for American Imperialism?
A
- Global Economic Competition
- Desire for Military Strength
- Thirst for New Economic Markets
- Belief in Cultural Superiority
7
Q
The purchase of Alaska is an example of what?
A
Imperialism
8
Q
The Annexation of Hawaii is an example of what?
A
Imperialism
9
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