HISTORY
THE AGE OF IMPERIALISM
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[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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to establish a commonwealth of colonies
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to establish military bases around the world
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to acquire new markets and sources of raw materials
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to spread democratic ideals to other areas of the world
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Detailed explanation-1: -The three reasons the US expanded overseas was for economical power in overseas markets, to civilized non white nations like the Europeans did during the birth of America, and because the frontier was closed and Americans wanted to expand their influence.
Detailed explanation-2: -Like the British, the Americans too wanted markets for their products. They also wanted these lands so that the Americans could build new factories. 2. Ina few cases like Guam, the Americans wanted to build military bases so that they could watch the activities of their enemies.
Detailed explanation-3: -America had “Thirst for New Market”. The business in The United States was developing rapidly so it needed more supplies (trade) from other countries.
Detailed explanation-4: -What arguments were made in favor of US expansion in the 1890’s? Promoting economic growth, protecting American security, and preserving American spirit.