Question

Which of the following charts best compares the goals of “big stick” diplomacy and dollar diplomacy?(1 point)
Responses which answer is correct and why

A. “Big Stick” Diplomacy Dollar Diplomacy
End conflict peacefully
Establish U.S. military power
Reinforce U.S. control over Latin America
End conflict peacefully
Reduce use of military intervention
Establish financial stability
Expand U.S. economic interests
“Big Stick” Diplomacy Dollar Diplomacy End conflict peacefully Establish U.S. military power Reinforce U.S. control over Latin America End conflict peacefully Reduce use of military intervention Establish financial stability Expand U.S. economic interests

B. "Big Stick” Diplomacy Dollar Diplomacy
End conflict with military
Establish financial stability
Reduced use of military intervention
Expand U.S. economic interests
End conflict by paying off aggressors
Establish U.S. military power
Reinforce U.S. control over Latin America
“Big Stick” Diplomacy Dollar Diplomacy End conflict with military Establish financial stability Reduced use of military intervention Expand U.S. economic interests End conflict by paying off aggressors Establish U.S. military power Reinforce U.S. control over Latin America

C. “Big Stick” Diplomacy Dollar Diplomacy
End conflict with military intervention/force
Establish financial stability
Reinforce U.S. control over Latin America
End conflict peacefully
Reduced use of military intervention
Establish U.S. military power
Expand U.S. economic interests
“Big Stick” Diplomacy Dollar Diplomacy End conflict with military intervention/force Establish financial stability Reinforce U.S. control over Latin America End conflict peacefully Reduced use of military intervention Establish U.S. military power Expand U.S. economic interests

D . “Big Stick” Diplomacy Dollar Diplomacy
End conflict non-peacefully
Expand U.S. economic interests
Reduced use of military intervention
Establish financial stability
End conflict with military
Establish U.S. military power
Reinforce US control over Latin America
“Big Stick” Diplomacy Dollar Diplomacy End conflict non-peacefully Expand U.S. economic interests Reduced use of military intervention Establish financial stability End conflict with military Establish U.S. military power Reinforce US control over Latin America
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Answer 1

The best chart that compares the goals of “big stick” diplomacy and dollar diplomacy is **C**.

### Explanation:
**“Big Stick” Diplomacy**:
- This approach, primarily associated with President Theodore Roosevelt, emphasizes using military strength as a means to achieve diplomatic goals. It supports the notion of "speak softly and carry a big stick," meaning that while peaceful resolutions are preferred, the U.S. is prepared to use military force if necessary.
- It focuses on reinforcing U.S. control over Latin America and may involve military intervention.

**Dollar Diplomacy**:
- This approach, associated with President William Howard Taft, focuses on furthering U.S. interests through economic means rather than military intervention. The goal is to create stability and order abroad through financial investments and promoting U.S. economic interests in other countries—essentially, "end conflict by paying off aggressors."

### Specific Elements in Chart C:
- It correctly contrasts the two methods: "End conflict with military intervention/force" corresponds to Big Stick Diplomacy, while "Establish financial stability" aligns with Dollar Diplomacy.
- It also addresses the concepts of "Reinforce U.S. control over Latin America" (Big Stick) and "Expand U.S. economic interests" (Dollar Diplomacy).
- The mention of both methods regarding military intervention and peaceful conflict resolution presents a clear distinction in approach.

Therefore, option C most accurately represents the goals and methods of both diplomatic strategies while illustrating their differences.