US History Unit 1: Imperialism and the Great War
Which other member of the Triple Alliance first supported Austria-Hungary's invasion of Serbia?
Germany
How did the Spanish-American War help create support for building the Panama Canal? A. A canal would have helped US ships get to the war more quickly. B. A canal would have stopped enemy ships from getting to the war area. C. A canal would have allowed the US to build ships more quickly. D. A canal would have prevented Spain from fighting in the war.
A. A canal would have helped US ships get to the war more quickly
Which country did Japan fight and defeat during the Sino-Japanese War of 1894-1895? A. China B. Korea C. the Philippines D. Taiwan
A. China
In 1853, who commanded the fleet that arrived in Japan with a letter from President Fillmore? A. Commodore Matthew Perry B. Admiral Horatio Nelson C. Admiral David Farragut D. Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry
A. Commodore Matthew Perry
What was one way industrialization led to rising imperialism in the 1800s? A. Countries needed cheap raw materials for their growing industries. B. Countries wanted to buy goods produced in other parts of the world. C. Countries needed a supply of laborers to work in their factories. D. Countries wanted markets in which to sell their raw materials.
A. Countries needed cheap raw materials for their growing industries
Which US president encouraged the United States to practice isolationism? A. George Washington B. Abraham Lincoln C. William McKinley D. Theodore Roosevelt
A. George Washington
Which other member of the Triple Alliance first supported Austria-Hungary's invasion of Serbia? A. Germany B. Ottoman Empire C. Russia D. Great Britain
A. Germany
Between 1915 and 1917, how did the strategies the Germans used at sea differ from those of the Allied Powers? A. Germany attacked non-military ships and those of the US, a country not involved in the war. B. Germany refused to stop their attacks despite complaints from the US and other neutral countries. C. Germany included the use of submarines in the types of boats used to attack enemy ships. D. Germany used their submarines and other military ships for both commercial and military purposes.
A. Germany attacked non-military ships and those of the US, a country not involved in the war
Which action shows that President Theodore Roosevelt did not always rely on military force in foreign policy? A. He negotiated the Treaty of Portsmouth. B. He forced the Dominican Republic to pay its debts. C. He suppressed a revolution in Cuba. D. He supported the rebels in Panama.
A. He negotiated the Treaty of Portsmouth
How did Henry Cabot Lodge respond to the end of World War I? A. He opposed the Treaty of Versailles and the League of Nations. B. He supported President Wilson and the League of Nations. C. He was against US involvement in World War I. D. He encouraged US involvement in world affairs.
A. He opposed the Treaty of Versailles and the League of Nations
How did Japan compete with Western nations to become a world power in the late 1800s? A. It modernized its economy and politics. B. It continued its earlier isolationist principles. C. It replaced its emperor with an elected president. D. It limited its people's involvement in government.
A. It modernized its economy and politics
How did people on the home front use liberty bonds to support the World War I effort? A. Liberty bonds helped the government pay for the war. B. Liberty bonds freed prisoners to fight in the war effort. C. Liberty bonds helped the government recruit more soldiers. D. Liberty bonds saved resources for soldiers in the war.
A. Liberty bonds helped the government pay for the war
Which of the following best explains how Hawaii become a US territory? A. The US annexed Hawaii in 1900. B. The US bought Hawaii from Japan in 1868. C. The US received Hawaii from Spain in the Treaty of Paris. D. The US bought Hawaii from Spain following the Spanish-American War.
A. The US annexed Hawaii in 1900
What was the main way in which imperialist nations protected their colonies and trade in the 1800s? A. The imperialist nations built military bases around the world. B. The imperialist nations required their colonies to raise armies. C. The imperialist nations armed their merchant ships heavily. D. The imperialist nations made peace treaties with other nations.
A. The imperialist nations built military bases around the world
What was the main reason Americans were upset by the Palmer Raids of 1919 and 1920? A. The raids ignored people's civil liberties. B. The raids protected the civil liberties of immigrants. C. The raids focused on labor organizations. D. The raids protected citizens from radical groups.
A. The raids ignored people's civil liberties
Which of the following describes the most important effect the tank had on World War I? A. The tank ended the use of trench warfare. B. The tank caused the war to last longer by killing so many soldiers. C. The tank proved to be ineffective against the bombs and guns of the Central Powers. D. The tank increased the use of trench warfare in World War II.
A. The tank ended the use of trench warfare
How did US leaders think people would respond to a military draft during World War I? A. They thought people would strongly oppose it. B. They thought people would welcome the chance to go to war. C. They thought people would leave the country because of it. D. They thought people would volunteer instead of being drafted.
A. They thought people would strongly oppose it
Why did European nations form alliances in the early 1900s? A. They were unsure they could protect themselves if attacked by larger nations. B. They wanted more colonies in Africa and Asia. C. They wanted to join with others who shared their culture and religion. D. They wanted to form groups that made trade easier.
A. They were unsure they could protect themselves if attacked by larger nations
As a result of the Palmer raids, hundreds of immigrants were A. deported. B. made citizens. C. encouraged to be part of the Communist Party. D. encouraged to join labor organizations.
A. deported
Anti-imperialist efforts in the late 1800s led the US to focus its foreign policy on A. economic expansion. B. imperialism. C. military expansion. D. nationalism.
A. economic expansion
Which of the following defines imperialism? A. extending a country's power and influence B. ensuring a market for a country's products C. acquiring a source of raw materials D. increasing a country's labor and tax bases
A. extending a country's power and influence
Why was Charles Schenck arrested during World War I? A. for encouraging people not to serve in the military B. for being part of the US Socialist Party C. for being part of the Palmer raids D. for opposing the postmaster general
A. for encouraging people not to serve in the military
Read the two quotes below. Then answer the question. "In bringing order to the Philippines, our soldiers added a new page to the honor-roll of American history, and they incalculably benefited the islanders themselves. Under the wise administration of Governor Taft, the islands now enjoy a peace and liberty of which they have hitherto never even dreamed." —President Theodore Roosevelt, 1901"... I have seen that we do not intend to free, but to subjugate the people of the Philippines. We have gone there to conquer, not to redeem." —Mark Twain, 1900 The main difference between the comments made by Roosevelt and Twain is A. how the US takeover affects the Filipino people. B. how the US takeover affects the Philippine government. C. how the US takeover affects the US economy. D. how the US takeover affects US manifest destiny.
A. how the US takeover affects the Filipino people
The main purpose of the Selective Service Act of 1917 was to A. increase the size of the armed forces by using the draft. B. restrict membership in the armed forces to those with prior combat experience. C. allow all branches of the armed forces to be sent to Europe. D. equip the armed forces with the necessary weaponry for battle.
A. increase the size of the armed forces by using the draft
Which of the following describes an effect of the war that Americans experienced on the home front? A. increased work opportunities B. increased availability of goods C. decreased patriotism D. decreased government involvement
A. increased work opportunities
The main goal of the Emergency Quota Act of 1921 was to A. limit the number of immigrants from a given country. B. restrict the immigration of Asians to the United States. C. ban immigration between the years of 1901 and 1921. D. end immigration from Germany.
A. limit the number of immigrants from a given country
Which word or phrase best describes the part of Panama where the canal was built? A. mountainous B. flat C. cool and dry D. warm and dry
A. mountainous
During World War I, most attacks in no-man's-land led to A. stalemate. B. retreat. C. advancement. D. defeat.
A. stalemate
During the Meuse-Argonne offensive of 1918, the Americans helped A. the French and British push the Germans back. B. attack the German Hindenburg line. C. to expand the German Hindenburg line. D. to hold the French at the Meuse-Argonne line.
A. the French and British push the Germans back
When World War I was beginning in Europe, the United States was trading profitably with A. the Triple Entente and the Triple Alliance. B. the Triple Entente and the Concert of Europe. C. the Triple Alliance and Concert of Europe. D. the Concert of Europe and the Central Powers.
A. the Triple Entente and the Triple Alliance
President Taft's foreign policy emphasized A. the strength and influence of US businesses and banks. B. the strength of US military forces. C. careful negotiations with both allies and enemies. D. building democracies in all countries.
A. the strength and influence of US businesses and banks
What was the goal of the Espionage Act of 1917? A. to make spying illegal B. to force immigrants to leave the US C. to make it illegal to say anything against the government D. to stop the production of war materials
A. to make spying illegal
Which of the following best describes how aircraft changed during the course of World War I? A. Aircraft became heavier and were used for bombing the enemy. B. Aircraft became faster and were used to carry heavier loads. C. Aircraft became slower and were used for reconnaissance. D. Aircraft became slower and were used for bombing the enemy.
B. Aircraft became faster and were used to carry heavier loads
Where was Archduke Ferdinand assassinated in 1914? A. Serbia B. Bosnia C. Austria D. Germany
B. Bosnia
Why did President Wilson want the United States to provide leadership at the end of World War I? A. He wanted to ensure economic stability in the nations affected by the war. B. He believed the United States would be able to protect world peace. C. He felt the United States was in a position to dominate international waters. D. He thought the United States could avoid future world conflicts by asserting its dominance.
B. He believed the United States would be able to protect world peace
What crime was Eugene Debs accused of committing in 1918? A. He distributed leaflets urging a speedy end to World War I. B. He gave a speech praising men who refused to serve in the military. C. He refused to register for the draft when he turned 18. D. He sent arms and money to America's enemies in World War I.
B. He gave a speech praising men who refused to serve in the military
What role did President Theodore Roosevelt have in ending the Russo-Japanese War? A. He sent the US Navy into Japanese ports. B. He was a neutral party and played a key role in peace talks. C. He stopped all Japanese immigration into the United States. D. He played a key role in helping the Russians with peace talks.
B. He was a neutral party and played a key role in peace talks
Which of the following was a benefit of using heavy artillery instead of machine guns? A. Heavy artillery fired more rounds. B. Heavy artillery fired rounds farther. C. Heavy artillery required fewer soldiers. D. Heavy artillery required less time to prepare.
B. Heavy artillery fired rounds farther
Which of the following best describes the relationship between President Wilson's Fourteen Points and the Treaty of Versailles? A. The Fourteen Points formed the basis for the Treaty of Versailles. B. The Fourteen Points proposed creating the League of Nations, the Treaty of Versailles confirmed it. C. The Fourteen Points rejected the basis for the Treaty of Versailles, and opposed ending the war. D. The Fourteen Points had no likeness to the Treaty of Versailles.
B. The Fourteen Points proposed creating the League of Nations, the Treaty of Versailles confirmed it
Which of the following best explains how the United States acquired Alaska? A. The United States claimed Alaska after winning a war with Russia. B. The United States purchased Alaska from Russia for $7.2 million. C. The United States purchased Alaska from Canada for two cents an acre. D. The United States accepted Alaska's petition to become a US territory.
B. The United States purchased Alaska from Russia for $7.2 million
Which of the following best explains the arguments for US imperialism in the late 1800s? A. The United States needed to prove its strength to the European countries. B. The United States wanted to assume its place as a world power. C. The United States wanted to share democracy, religion, and prosperity. D. The United States wanted to stop other powers from colonizing Latin America.
B. The United States wanted to assume its place as a world power
Why did many European nations quickly join World War I following the assassination of Archduke Ferdinand in 1914? A. They were ready for war. B. They had pledged to fight with other countries. C. They wanted to prevent more assassinations. D. They were ordered to by the United States.
B. They had pledged to fight with other countries
During World War I, victory gardens were an example of which of the following? A. German military efforts to weaken the United States B. US government propaganda aimed at conserving food C. war industry strategies meant to lower costs D. farmers' marketing campaigns focused on increasing profits
B. US government propaganda aimed at conserving food
Which of the following best describes the area called no-man's-land? A. an area above the trenches B. an area between the trenches C. an area far from the trenches D. an area below the trenches
B. an area between the trenches
A. Mitchell Palmer, attorney general under President Wilson, was strongly A. pro-immigrant. B. anti-radical. C. pro-labor. D. anti-government.
B. anti-radical
How did European nations compete for power in the years before World War I? A. by invading each other B. by establishing overseas colonies C. by declaring war on the United States D. by drilling offshore for oil and natural gas
B. by establishing overseas colonies
In his attempt to eliminate radicals from American society, Alexander Palmer A. defended civil liberties. B. ignored civil liberties. C. prevented the Red Scare. D. caused the Red Scare.
B. ignored civil liberties
In which order did groups from the United States first settle in Hawaii? A. military, government officials, businessmen B. missionaries, businessmen, military C. diplomats, military, businessmen D. military, businessmen, missionaries
B. missionaries, businessmen, military
During World War I, buying war bonds was a way for people to A. conserve resources. B. show patriotism. C, support peace. D. eliminate debt.
B. show patriotism
What did most Americans understand before their country entered World War I? A. that the war would not last long B. that the war would cost American lives C. that the war would help the US economy D. that the war could be won by the US alone
B. that the war would cost American lives
Japan began modernizing its politics and economy in 1868 in a process called A. parliamentary democracy B. the Meiji Restoration C. the Tokugawa Shogunate D. feudalism
B. the Meiji Restoration
In the late 1800s, Western nations generally believed the peoples of Africa and Asia A. were good Christians. B. were less civilized. C. should learn English. D. should be industrialized.
B. were less civilized
Where was Archduke Ferdinand assassinated in 1914?
Bosnia
When the United States decided to build a canal across Central America, Panama was A. an independent nation. B. a part of Spain. C. a part of Colombia. D. a territory of the United States.
C. a part of Colombia
American ships became targets of attack by 1917 because A. Americans refused to take sides in the war. B. Americans used their ships to spy on the Germans. C. Americans continued to trade with the warring nations. D. Americans insisted on protecting their citizens at sea.
C. Americans continued to trade with the warring nations
Which military action led to the start of World War I? A. Germany's invasion of France B. Russia's invasion of Germany C. Austria-Hungary's invasion of Serbia D. Italy's invasion of Bosnia
C. Austria-Hungary's invasion of Serbia
Before building a canal across Central America, the United States needed to buy rights from a company based in which country? A. Great Britain B. Portugal C. France D. Germany
C. France
Which provision of the Treaty of Versailles had the greatest economic impact on Germany? A. Germany had to spend money to rebuild its military. B. Germany had to buy back lands claimed by the Allies. C. Germany had to pay huge reparations for the damages it caused. D. Germany had to pay large fees to join the League of Nations.
C. Germany had to pay huge reparations for the damages it caused
How did the sinking of the Lusitania in 1915 affect World War I? A. The United States declared war on Germany. B. Germany continued its policy of unrestricted submarine warfare. C. Germany restricted its submarine warfare in response to international outrage. D. The United States began a policy of unrestricted submarine warfare.
C. Germany restricted its submarine warfare in response to international outrage
What effect did the sinking of the Lusitania in 1915 have on American public opinion of Germany? A. It caused public opinion toward the Germans to remain unchanged. B. It caused public opinion to turn in favor of the Germans. C. It caused public opinion to turn against the Germans even more. D. It caused public opinion to first remain unchanged and then favor the Germans.
C. It caused public opinion to turn against the Germans even more
Which region was most affected by President Theodore Roosevelt's Big Stick policy? A. Europe B. Africa C. Latin America D. Asia
C. Latin America
What was a result of the use of chemical weapons during World War I? A. Tanks and aircraft were developed to counter the effects of chemical weapons. B. Trenches were used to protect soldiers from chemical weapons in battle. C. Many nations agreed to stop using chemical weapons after World War I. D. Doctors developed treatments that made chemical weapons obsolete.
C. Many nations agreed to stop using chemical weapons after World War I
What was the connection between President Wilson's Fourteen Points and Germany's surrender? A. The Fourteen Points were based on the terms of the surrender. B. The Fourteen Points were unilaterally accepted by Germany's adversaries, leading to Germany's surrender C. The Fourteen Points established the terms for Germany's surrender. D. The Fourteen Points were developed in consultation with Germany's leaders.
C. The Fourteen Points established the terms for Germany's surrender
How did the weather affect the building of the Panama Canal? A. The hot, dry weather made many of the machines break down. B. The rainy weather helped construction move quickly. C. The hot, humid weather made the work exhausting. D. The dry season helped work, while the wet season prevented it.
C. The hot, humid weather made the work exhausting
The fact that the United States did not join the League of Nations supports the idea that many Americans A. strongly supported President Wilson. B. disagreed with Henry Cabot Lodge. C. agreed with the ideas of the isolationists. D. wanted the US to be more involved in world affairs.
C. agreed with the ideas of the isolationists
During World War I, the zigzag pattern of trenches on the front lines was designed to A. provide a place from which to fire on the enemy. B. supply soldiers with a place to store weapons. C. protect troops from enemy fire. D. shield machine guns from enemy attack.
C. protect troops from enemy fire
Which army developed tanks first for use during World War I? A. the French army B. the German army C. the British army D. the Russian army
C. the British army
The position of the United States toward Latin America in the 1800s was specifically based on A. manifest destiny. B. imperialism. C. the Monroe Doctrine. D. the US Constitution.
C. the Monroe Doctrine
In the early years of World War I, which of the following demonstrated the US government's commitment to winning public support for the war? A. the creation of a board to oversee war-related industries B. the creation of a new recruitment strategy known as the draft C. the creation of a special committee to promote the war effort D. the creation of a new branch of government based in Europe
C. the creation of a special committee to promote the war effort
During the early years of World War I, which of the following did the Germans use to great advantage? A. the field telephone B. the machine gun C. the submarine D. the tank
C. the submarine
Why did President Fillmore send Commodore Perry to Japan in 1853 and 1854? A. to capture Tokyo B. to make accurate maps of Japan C. to negotiate a treaty D. to start a postal service
C. to negotiate a treaty
What is the most important reason the United States expanded its territory in Asia in the late 1800s? A. to protect its political interests B. to spread democracy C. to protect and expand its Asian trade D. to spread Christianity
C. to protect and expand its Asian trade
What was Germany's main goal after World War I? A. to help the United States develop the plan for the League of Nations B. to make France return all of the territory it had occupied during the war C. to restore Germany to a world power D. to become allies with the United Kingdom
C. to restore Germany to a world power
By the time American troops entered World War I, the Allies A. were determined to win the war without any help. B. were using trench warfare successfully against the Germans. C. were exhausted after years of fighting. D. were preparing to attack Germany.
C. were exhausted after years of fighting
Which country was a member of the Central Powers? A. Russia B. Serbia C. Italy D. Ottoman Empire
D. Ottoman Empire
How were the Latin American policies of President Theodore Roosevelt and President Wilson similar? A. Both concentrated on the importance of democratic governments. B. Both pushed Latin American countries to build more schools. C. Both supported greater business investment in Latin America. D. Both used the military to get involved in Latin American affairs.
D. Both used the military to get involved in Latin American affairs
Which best represents Alfred Thayer Mahan's position on US imperialism in the late 1800s? A. Maintaining a strong navy was important for defense, rather than using resources for colonization. B. Choosing not to establish colonies would prevent the need for a strong navy, saving US resources. C. Establishing diplomatic ties with nations around the world would ensure support for a strong US navy. D. Establishing a strong navy would help the US establish colonies, which would keep the navy strong.
D. Establishing a strong navy would help the US establish colonies, which would keep the navy strong.
How did the Allies' point of view affect Germany during the peace process after World War I? A. Germans were anxious to join forces with the Allies to help prevent future conflict. B. Germans were grateful for being allowed to rebuild their economy. C. Germans felt threatened by the formation of the League of Nations. D. Germans were angry about their harsh punishment.
D. Germans were angry about their harsh punishment
During the early 1900s, the European nation whose increase in military forces and equipment alarming other European nations was A. Russia. B. Italy. C. France. D. Germany.
D. Germany
Which of the following best describes how Japan changed from an isolationist society to a world power? A. Japan's many treaties meant that Western countries helped it fight wars. B. Japan's powerful military developed even while the country remained isolationist. C. Japan's samurai became formidable warriors who could not be defeated. D. Japan's industrialization enabled it to build modern warships and weaponry.
D. Japan's industrialization enabled it to build modern warships and weaponry
The Roosevelt Corollary said the US government was willing to take action in A. Africa. B. Europe. C. Asia. D. Latin America.
D. Latin America
Why was the United States described as a "police officer" in Latin America under President Theodore Roosevelt? A. Roosevelt wanted to help Latin American countries develop a better police force. B. Roosevelt planned to send police officers to help regulate Latin American countries. C. Roosevelt wanted to bring Latin American criminals to the US for trial. D. Roosevelt said that the US would prevent Latin American countries from illegal actions.
D. Roosevelt said that the US would prevent Latin American countries from illegal actions
How were the views of France and the United Kingdom similar at the end of World War I? A. They each planned to adopt President Wilson's Fourteen Points. B. They believed that Germany needed to rebuild its economy. C. They were opposed to taking part in secret agreements. D. They wanted Germany to be punished for the destruction caused during the war.
D. They wanted Germany to be punished for the destruction caused during the war
What did President Wilson think of the Big Stick policy and Dollar Diplomacy? A. Wilson wanted to base his foreign policy on them. B. Wilson liked the Big Stick policy but not Dollar Diplomacy. C. Wilson liked Dollar Diplomacy but not the Big Stick policy. D. Wilson rejected both policies.
D. Wilson rejected both policies
The Haymarket Riot of 1886 had a major influence on American attitudes toward which of the following? A. the draft B. the Sedition Act C. World War I D. anarchists
D. anarchists
Which of the following threats did soldiers face in the trenches? A. fire B. starvation C. collapse D. disease
D. disease
According to the Open Door policy, China's ability to tax trade A. inspired some countries to levy their own taxes. B. discouraged some nations from trading there. C. angered Japan and Russia. D. encouraged fair trade for all countries.
D. encouraged fair trade for all countries
At the end of World War I, President Wilson offended members of the US Senate by A. traveling to Europe. B. opposing the League of Nations. C. opposing the views of Henry Cabot Lodge. D. excluding them from the peace process.
D. excluding them from the peace process
During World War I, the second phase in battles across enemy lines and no-man's-land was A. heavy bombardment B. sniper fire C. aerial bombing D. infantry attack
D. infantry attack
A key factor of the empires the United States and European countries built in the late 1800s was: A. totalitarianism. B. patriotism. C. chauvinism. D. nationalism.
D. nationalism
In 1914, Americans believed that the Monroe Doctrine encouraged them to follow a policy of A. frequent warfare. B. trade restrictions. C. moral diplomacy. D. neutrality.
D. neutrality
In the 1800s, what new technology helped imperial nations communicate quickly with their colonies in other parts of the world? A. radio B. railroad C. steamship D. telegraph
D. telegraph
Which of the following revolutions had a strong effect on World War I? A. the American Revolution B. the French Revolution C. the Agricultural Revolution D. the Industrial Revolution
D. the Industrial Revolution
The Roosevelt Corollary was an extension of which of the following policies? A. the gold standard B. the Dawes Act C. the Treaty of Paris D. the Monroe Doctrine
D. the Monroe Doctrine
The main reason the United States decided to build a canal across Panama instead of Nicaragua was that: A. the distance to deliver materials from the United States was shorter. B. the United States was able to buy Panama from Colombia. C. the land in Panama had more volcanoes. D. the land and building rights were less expensive.
D. the land and building rights were less expensive
Which event contributed to the rise of anti-immigrant, anti-socialist, and anti-anarchist feelings in the United States in the years during and just after World War I? A. the passage of the Espionage Act in 1917 B. the arrest of Sacco and Vanzetti in 1920 C. the limitation of Chinese immigrants in 1917 D. the outbreak of the Russian Revolution in 1917
D. the outbreak of the Russian Revolution in 1917
The main reason that Emma Goldman was significant in the history of World War I was that she A. immigrated to the United States in the late 1800s. B. became involved with socialist groups in the United States. C. served as an adviser to the president during the war. D. was arrested for protesting against the war.
D. was arrested for protesting against the war
Which nations were part of the Triple Alliance?
Germany, Austria-Hungary, Ottoman Empire, Italy (at the beginning)
A country that expands its power and influence by taking over other countries using diplomacy or military force practices
Imperialism
The feeling of fervent devotion toward one's nation above all others is known as
Nationalism
Feelings of resentment toward those who were not native citizens rose during World War I. This was known as
Nativism
Which nations belonged to the Triple Entente?
Russia, France, Great Britain
