U.S. Imperialism and Progressive Era Reforms - Unit 7 APUSH

What were the reasons for the U.S. to pursue an imperialist policy at the turn of the twentieth century?

Economic expansion, military strength, and the belief in cultural superiority.

Who were key figures associated with the U.S. imperialist policy?

Alfred T. Mahan, Josiah Strong, William Jennings Bryan, Andrew Carnegie.

How did Hawaii become a U.S. territory?

Hawaii was annexed by the U.S. in 1898 following the overthrow of the Hawaiian monarchy.

What were the causes of the Spanish-American War?

Cuban struggle for independence, yellow journalism, and the sinking of the USS Maine.

What does the Teller Amendment state?

It promised that the U.S. would not annex Cuba after the Spanish-American War.

Who were the Rough Riders and who led them?

A volunteer cavalry regiment led by Teddy Roosevelt during the Spanish-American War.

What was the Treaty of Paris 1898?

The treaty that ended the Spanish-American War, granting the U.S. control over Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Philippines.

What are the Insular Cases?

Supreme Court cases that determined the constitutional rights of U.S. territories.

What did the Platt Amendment establish?

It allowed the U.S. to intervene in Cuban affairs and established Guantanamo Bay as a naval base.

What was the significance of the revolution in the Philippines?

It was a conflict between the U.S. and Filipino nationalists seeking independence after the Spanish-American War.

What was the Open Door Policy?

A U.S. policy aimed at ensuring equal trading rights in China.

What was the Boxer Rebellion?

An uprising in China against foreign influence and control.

What were the Gentlemen's Agreement and the Root-Takahira Agreement?

The Gentlemen's Agreement limited Japanese immigration, while the Root-Takahira Agreement affirmed U.S.-Japan relations.

What was Teddy Roosevelt's Big Stick policy?

A foreign policy approach emphasizing diplomacy backed by military strength.

What is the Roosevelt Corollary to the Monroe Doctrine?

It asserted the U.S. right to intervene in Latin America to maintain stability.

What was the impact of the Panama Canal on U.S.-Latin America relations?

It strengthened U.S. influence and control in the region.

What was the Great White Fleet?

A U.S. naval fleet that showcased American naval power around the world.

What were the goals of the progressive reform movement?

To address social issues, reduce corruption, and improve government efficiency.

Who were muckrakers?

Journalists who exposed corruption and social injustices during the Progressive Era.

What was the significance of the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire?

It led to improved labor laws and safety regulations.

What was the purpose of the 18th Amendment?

To prohibit the manufacture, sale, and transportation of alcohol.

What was the impact of The Jungle?

It led to the Meat Inspection Act of 1906 and the Pure Food and Drug Act of 1906.

What was the significance of the 19th Amendment?

It granted women the right to vote.

What was the New Deal?

A series of programs and reforms introduced by FDR to combat the Great Depression.

What was the purpose of the Federal Reserve Act?

To create a central banking system to regulate the economy.

What was the significance of the Emergency Banking Act?

It aimed to stabilize the banking system during the Great Depression.

What was the impact of WWII on organized labor?

It led to increased labor union membership and influence.

What was the significance of the Korematsu v. US case?

It upheld the internment of Japanese Americans during WWII.

What was the historical significance of D-Day?

The Allied invasion of Normandy marked a turning point in WWII.

What was the strategy of 'island hopping'?

A military strategy used by the Allies to capture strategic islands in the Pacific.

What factors allowed the United States to emerge from WWII as the most powerful nation on earth?

Industrial capacity, military strength, and economic resources.