Imperialism and WW1 (multiple choice)

 What were the key provisions of the 1898 Treaty of Paris? (2.1: The Spanish American War)

Spain ceded Puerto Rico and Guam to the U.S., Cuba gains independence (under U.S. protection), U.S. acquires Philippines for $20 million.

Why did the U.S. Intervene in the Mexican Revolution? (2.2: Leadup to World War I)

Protect American interests in Mexico and maintain stability in the region. 

What was Woodrow Wilson’s 1916 reelection slogan? (2.2: Leadup to World War I)

“He kept us out of war” 

Why did the United States originally remain neutral during World War I? (2.2: Leadup to World War I)

 Tradition of non-intervention in European affairs and diverse American population with ties to both sides.

 What was trench warfare? (2.3: The U.S. in World War I)

Military tactic using trenches for protection.

What was the purpose of tanks in World War I? (2.3: The U.S. in World War I)

Break through trench lines.

What was the purpose of aircrafts in World War I? (2.3: The U.S. in World War I)

Reconnaissance, Dogfighting, Bombing raids

What was the purpose of chemical weapons in World War I? (2.3: The U.S. in World War I)

To cause severe burns, blindness, suffocation

What two goods were rationed during the war? (2.4: The War At Home)

food and fuel 

 About how many estimated deaths were there in the United States from the 1918 Influenza Epidemic? (2.4: The War At Home)

Estimated 50 million deaths worldwide

What was the purpose of Woodrow Wilson’s Fourteen Points? (2.5: The End of World War I)

Aimed to create lasting peace and prevent future wars.

What were the goals of the Paris Peace Conference? (2.5: The End of World War I)

Redrew national boundaries and impose war reparations.

Emotional Appeal:

A persuasive technique that aims to evoke strong feelings in an audience to influence their attitude or actions.

Symbolism:

The use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities

Repetition:

The action of repeating something that has already been said or written.

Bandwagon:

An activity or cause that is currently fashionable or popular and attracting increasing support.

Demonization:

The portrayal of something as wicked and threatening.