Aside from outright military occupation or legal purchase, the United States had other ways of expanding her influence of a region: economic exploitation. The U.S. (and other imperial powers) carved out "spheres of influence" in places like Japan and especially China. This was done by political persuasion, military shows of force, and unequal treaties.
1. What was the Open Door Policy and why did John Hay want to implement this policy? Be sure to define spheres of influence in your explanation.
2. What countries were involved in this agreement?
3. Explain fully the Boxer Rebellion.
4. What was the Roosevelt Corollary? What was the Monroe Doctrine? How did Roosevelt justify using this document as part of his policy in Latin America?
5. How did Roosevelt use the ideas mentioned above to acquire land for the Panama Canal? Why did Roosevelt consider the Canal to be his greatest achievement as President?
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