5.3 (5.2) - Which describes the Buffalo Soldiers' participation in the Spanish-American War?

They helped secure a U.S. victory at the Battle of San Juan Hill.

5.1 - Which reason best explains the motivation for American expansionism?

New markets for American goods would strengthen the economy

5.1 - Why did Seward buy Alaska?

to increase trade in Asia and the Pacific

5.3 (5.1) - Which of the following was a reason for imperialism in the late 19th and early 20th centuries?

To acquire new markets and sources of raw materials

5.2 - What was the effect of the Platt Amendment?

It made Cuba a protectorate of the U.S.

5.3 - How did the Panama Canal benefit American trade?

It made it cheaper and faster to ship goods.

LiveLesson Question: Which has NOT been a Question of the Day?

WYR have a pet bear or a pet shark?

5.3 - Which of the following was a goal of the Boxer Rebellion in China?

To rid the country of foreigners

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UCA - SS8 - Unit 5 - Just for Fun!

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5.3 (5.2) - Which describes the Buffalo Soldiers' participation in the Spanish-American War?
They aided Cuban rebels in an effort to burn sugar mills.
They helped capture Emilio Aguinaldo in the Philippines.
They turned against the Rough Riders during the battle.
They helped secure a U.S. victory at the Battle of San Juan Hill.
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5.1 - Which reason best explains the motivation for American expansionism?
American goods would stimulate local economies around the world.
To maintain political influence in developing countries.
A U.S. naval presence would decrease the chance of future wars.
New markets for American goods would strengthen the economy
3
5.1 - Why did Seward buy Alaska?
to kick Russia out of North America
to increase trade in Asia and the Pacific
to access Alaskan gold
to develop desirable land
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5.1 - Why did the United States want an open door policy with China?
to take over Chinese trade from European nations
to increase trade with China
to secure special trading privileges
to expand the U.S. sphere of influence
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LiveLesson Question - Mrs. Tracy lives in California.
False
True
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5.3 (5.1) - Which of the following was a reason for imperialism in the late 19th and early 20th centuries?
To open China to provide the U.S. with needed materials
To acquire new markets and sources of raw materials
to acquire new markets and sources of raw materials
to support peacekeeping efforts in Europe
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5.2 - Which established a limited self-government to the Puerto Ricans by the United States?
Foraker Act
Platt Amendment
Roosevelt Corollary
Sherman Act
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5.2 - What was the effect of the Platt Amendment?
It gave all Filipinos the right to become U.S. citizens
It set up a U.S. government in Puerto Rico
It allowed the U.S. to write the Cuban constitution
It made Cuba a protectorate of the U.S.
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5.3 - How did the Panama Canal benefit American trade?
It improved trade relations with Latin America.
It made it cheaper and faster to ship goods.
It allowed a higher volume of goods to travel.
It allwed the U.S. to dominate global trade.
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LiveLesson Question: Which has NOT been a Question of the Day?
WYR have a pet panda OR a pet zebra?
WYR have a pet bear or a pet shark?
WYR always have to sing everything OR dance everywhere you wernt?
What animal would be the scariest if it were the size of an elephant?
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5.3 - Which of the following was a goal of the Boxer Rebellion in China?
To expand Chinese territory
To receive international military support
To rid the country of foreigners
To restore the previous government
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Which one of the following can you NOT go to for (accurate) help with your social studies work?
Mrs. Straw
Big Foot
Mrs. Tracy
Mrs. Boyd

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