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Which factors fueled the rise of American imperialism in the late 1800s?

(Select the three correct answers.)

Responses

The strategic need for overseas naval bases.
The strategic need for overseas naval bases. - no response given

A desire to find new economic markets for goods.
A desire to find new economic markets for goods. - no response given

The belief in spreading American democratic values.
The belief in spreading American democratic values. - no response given

The wish to stay isolated from all world affairs.
The wish to stay isolated from all world affairs. - no response given

A plan to reduce the size and power of the navy.
A plan to reduce the size and power of the navy. - no response given

A goal to decrease industrial production at home.

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Answered by GPT-5 mini AI
Correct answers:
- The strategic need for overseas naval bases.
- A desire to find new economic markets for goods.
- The belief in spreading American democratic values.

Explanation (brief): Industrial growth drove a search for markets and resources; Alfred Thayer Mahan and strategic thinkers pushed for overseas bases and a strong navy; and cultural/ideological motives (missionary work, "civilizing" rhetoric, Social Darwinism) promoted expansion.