Lesson 8 Flashcards
1
Q
Explain how Latin Americas newly independent nation were weakened in the 1800s
A
Regionalism + caudillos
2
Q
What was the purpose of the Roosevelt corollary to the Monroe doctrine
A
Monroe Doctrine — declared, “the American continents are henceforth not to be considered as subjects for future colonization by any European powers.”
The US claimed international police power in western hemisphere
3
Q
Explain the significance of the British North American act
A
Created the dominion of Canada —gave Canada the right to self-rule
