U . S . actions Status today
Part 2
Answer each of the following prompts with a response of at least 200 to 300 words :
§ Trace the path of American imperialism during the period from about 1870 to 1914 through political , military , and economic events . Why was the United States interested in expansion in these areas ? Why was America building a global empire ?
§ What were the benefits of America ’ s imperialistic actions for the people in these countries or areas ? What were the disadvantages ? How would you describe their experiences in terms of being conquered , assimilated , or marginalized ?
§ What were the moral implications of American imperialism ? How did Imperialists justify their actions ? How did the Anti-Imperialists justify their position ? Consider the role of race , economics , science , and religion .
§ What significance did the Spanish-American War have in the development of the United States as an empire and world power ?