Modern History Abeka ch 16 | Baamboozle - Baamboozle

What was the proverb that Teddy Roosevelt used to describe his foreign policy?

Speak softly and carry a big stick; you will go far.

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What was the de Lome letter and how did it affect viewpoints on a war between the U.S. and Spain?

An intercepted letter from Spanish ambassador to a friend in Cuba; insulting comments about Pres. McKinley made Americans more upset with Spain

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What is yellow journalism?

The printing of sensational and sometimes unfounded stories.

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What is an imperialist?

someone who supports conquering other nations and controlling their resources and government (colonies)

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What happened in the Philippines in 1898 and how was it connected to the Spanish-American war?

The first battle of the war. Spain had a colony in the Philippine Islands.

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How did Theodore Roosevelt begin his first term as president?

He was McKinley's vice president and became president after McKinley was shot by an anarchist & died.

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What was the progressive movement?

an expansive effort to change the political system in the U.S.

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What famous American/group was part of the U.S. forces that went to Cuba to defeat Spanish troops?

Theodore Roosevelt (and the Rough Riders)

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Who were muckrakers and where did the term originally come from?

Writers who wrote articles and essays to criticize society and to promote socialism from the Pilgrim's Progress

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What is meant by the direct primary (which was passed by Progressive Governor La Follett)

when voters in a state elect a party's candidate instead of the delegates at a convention

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Did McKinley's plan to use diplomacy (peaceful resolution) to end Spain's horrible actions in Cuba work? Explain

No, the Spanish ignored his attempts and declared war on the U.S. after Congress passed the Teller Resolution

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