History Exam - Becoming a World Power

Question 1

Imperialism

Answer 1

The policy in which strong nations control weaker countries or territories

Question 2

Isolationism

Answer 2

The policy by which one country separates itself from the affairs of other nations

Question 3

Internationalism

Answer 3

Belief that the U.S needed to move beyond its borders to protect itself and enlighten others

Question 4

Nationalism

Answer 4

Loyalty and devotion to ones nation

Question 5

Yellow Journalism

Answer 5

Journalistic or artistic effort to persuade or influence public opinion

Question 6

Alliances

Answer 6

An association to further the common interests of the members

Question 7

Civil liberties

Answer 7

Freedom from governmental interference (especially as guaranteed by the Bill of Rights)

Question 8

Militarism

Answer 8

The policy of aggressive weapon and soldier preparedness

Question 9

Annexation

Answer 9

To incorporate (a country or other territory) within the domain state

Question 10

Neutrality

Answer 10

Refusal to take part in a war between other powers