Question

Before becoming president, Roosevelt gained fame for leading which group during the Spanish-American War?
1 point
The Buffalo Soldiers
The Rough Riders
The Green Berets
The Continental Army
Which of the following is a major achievement of Theodore Roosevelt’s presidency?
1 point
Negotiating the Panama Canal
Ending the Civil War
Writing the Declaration of Independence
Founding the United Nations
Theodore Roosevelt was known for his “Big Stick” policy. What did this policy emphasize?
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Avoiding all foreign conflicts
Using diplomacy backed by military strength
Expanding only through trade agreements
Focusing solely on domestic issues
How did Theodore Roosevelt’s foreign policy, including “Big Stick” diplomacy and the construction of the Panama Canal, reflect the goals of American imperialism?
1 point
By focusing on domestic reforms and avoiding involvement in international affairs
By expanding U.S. influence overseas and using military and economic power to achieve strategic goals
By promoting complete independence for all nations in the Western Hemisphere
By prioritizing trade with Europe over any involvement in the Americas

Answer 1

1) The Rough Riders — Roosevelt gained fame as leader of the Rough Riders in the Spanish–American War.

2) Negotiating the Panama Canal — Roosevelt helped secure U.S. control of the Panama Canal zone and oversaw construction.

3) Using diplomacy backed by military strength — “Big Stick” diplomacy meant negotiate first, but be ready to use force.

4) By expanding U.S. influence overseas and using military and economic power to achieve strategic goals — his policies extended American power and influence (e.g., Caribbean, Central America, Panama).