—Theodore Roosevelt, quoted in T. R.: The Last Romantic (Brands)
Question
Use the quote to answer the question.
What future U.S. policy toward Latin America is suggested by this quotation from Theodore Roosevelt?
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Responses
The United States would remain neutral in Latin American affairs.
The United States would remain neutral in Latin American affairs.
The United States would work with European countries to control Latin America.
The United States would work with European countries to control Latin America.
The United States would join with Latin America to resist all European interference in the Americas.
The United States would join with Latin America to resist all European interference in the Americas.
The United States would become more involved in Latin America and keep European countries out.
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The future U.S. policy toward Latin America suggested by the quotation from Theodore Roosevelt is:
The United States would become more involved in Latin America and keep European countries out.
This interpretation aligns with the sentiment expressed in the quote, emphasizing a need for the U.S. to take on responsibility in maintaining order in the region if it intends to oppose European powers.
