Teddy Roosevelt And Foreign Policy
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- 1.
President Teddy Roosevelt's philosophy was known as
- A.
Populist
- B.
Social Darwinist
- C.
Socialism
Correct Answer
B. Social DarwinistExplanation
President Teddy Roosevelt's philosophy was known as Social Darwinist because he believed in the concept of "survival of the fittest" and applied it to society and politics. He believed that individuals and nations should compete and strive for success, and that only the strongest and most capable would thrive. This philosophy influenced his policies, such as his trust-busting efforts and his focus on building a strong military.Rate this question:
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- 2.
President Teddy Roosevelt secured the Canal Zone in Panama by
- A.
threatening Panama with the use of force
- B.
invading the capital of Colombia
- C.
Engineering a Panamanian revolt against Colombia
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C. Engineering a Panamanian revolt against ColombiaExplanation
President Teddy Roosevelt secured the Canal Zone in Panama by engineering a Panamanian revolt against Colombia. This means that he played a role in organizing and supporting a rebellion in Panama against the Colombian government. By doing so, he ensured that Panama would gain independence from Colombia and subsequently allowed the United States to negotiate a treaty with the new Panamanian government for the construction of the Panama Canal.Rate this question:
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- 3.
The Roosevelt Corollary to the Monroe Doctrine stated that
- A.
the United States could intervene in the internal affairs of Latin American nations to preserve stability
- B.
The United States would not allow any new European investments in Latin America
- C.
Free trade was no longer a major facet of American foreign policy
Correct Answer
A. the United States could intervene in the internal affairs of Latin American nations to preserve stabilityExplanation
The Roosevelt Corollary to the Monroe Doctrine expanded upon the original doctrine by stating that the United States had the right to intervene in the internal affairs of Latin American nations in order to maintain stability in the region. This meant that the United States could use military force or economic coercion to protect its interests and prevent European powers from exerting influence in the Americas. This policy was implemented in response to concerns about political instability and economic debt in Latin America, and it reflected the growing assertiveness of the United States as a global power.Rate this question:
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- 4.
President Teddy Roosevelt’s foreign policy was dominated by his belief that
- A.
The United States’ support of Japan in its rise as an industrialized world power would help ensure world peace
- B.
it is the right and duty of civilized nations to intervene in the affairs of uncivilized nations for the common good
- C.
only free trade can ensure a stable world economy
Correct Answer
B. it is the right and duty of civilized nations to intervene in the affairs of uncivilized nations for the common goodExplanation
President Teddy Roosevelt’s foreign policy was dominated by his belief that it is the right and duty of civilized nations to intervene in the affairs of uncivilized nations for the common good. This belief is known as the "Roosevelt Corollary" to the Monroe Doctrine. Roosevelt believed that the United States had a responsibility to maintain stability and order in the Western Hemisphere, and that it had the right to intervene in any Latin American country that was deemed to be unstable or a threat to American interests. This policy was motivated by a combination of humanitarian concerns and a desire to protect American economic and political influence in the region.Rate this question:
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- 5.
The purpose of the Open Door notes was to
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Enable Chinese immigrants to more efficiently move to the United States
- B.
Give the United States access to Chinese markets
- C.
Allow the Chinese to access the United States market
Correct Answer
B. Give the United States access to Chinese marketsExplanation
The purpose of the Open Door notes was to give the United States access to Chinese markets. These notes were a series of diplomatic messages sent by the United States to various European powers and Japan in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The goal was to ensure that all countries had equal access to trade with China and that no one country would have exclusive control over Chinese markets. The United States wanted to protect its economic interests and ensure fair competition in the Chinese market.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Arrange the events between the United States and Japan in chronological order:
- A.
Gentleman's Agreement Notes, Great White Fleet, Peace Treaty in Portsmouth, Root-Takahaira Agreement, Anti-Japanese Revolution
- B.
Peace Treaty in Portsmouth, Great White Fleet, Anti-Japanese Revolution, Gentleman's Agreement, Root-Takahira Agreement
- C.
Anti-Japanese Revolution, Gentleman's Agreement Notes, Peace Treaty in Portsmouth, Root-Takahira Agreement, Great White Fleet
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C. Anti-Japanese Revolution, Gentleman's Agreement Notes, Peace Treaty in Portsmouth, Root-Takahira Agreement, Great White Fleet -
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Which of the following about foreign relations is false?
- A.
Roosevelt greatly respected Chinese culture and wished to further integrate the Chinese into American lives
- B.
Roosevelt wished to maintain friendship with Great Britain due to their common interests
- C.
Roosevelt admired the Japanese because they were a fighting people
Correct Answer
A. Roosevelt greatly respected Chinese culture and wished to further integrate the Chinese into American livesExplanation
Roosevelt greatly respected Chinese culture and wished to further integrate the Chinese into American lives. This statement is false because Roosevelt actually held negative views towards Chinese immigrants and supported the Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882, which restricted Chinese immigration to the United States. He believed that Chinese immigrants were unable to assimilate into American society and posed a threat to American jobs and wages. Therefore, he did not wish to further integrate the Chinese into American lives.Rate this question:
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The primary cause of ethnic tension due to immigration on the west coast was caused by the:
- A.
"backward" Chinese
- B.
Germans
- C.
Japanese
Correct Answer
C. JapaneseExplanation
The primary cause of ethnic tension due to immigration on the west coast was caused by the Japanese. This is because during the early 20th century, there was a significant influx of Japanese immigrants to the west coast of the United States. This led to a sense of competition and fear among the local population, as they perceived the Japanese immigrants as a threat to their economic opportunities and cultural dominance. This resulted in discriminatory laws and policies targeting Japanese immigrants, such as the Alien Land Law and the internment of Japanese Americans during World War II.Rate this question:
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