Question

The American War of Independence heavily influenced the Latin American liberation movement. However, the US began to expand its imperial interests in Central and Latin America. Which of these events can be attributed to US imperial activities in America?

• A. The US defeated Spain and brought Cuba under its rule.
• B. The US President, Theodore Roosevelt authorised US intervention in Latin America.
• C. After Napoleon captured Portugal, Brazil fell into US hands.
• D. The US helped Haiti gain independence from the French colonisers.

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (B)

The US President, Theodore Roosevelt authorised US intervention in Latin America.

The US defeated the Spanish in 1898. From 1898 to 1902, Cuba was under the US military rule.

In 1904, Roosevelt made an important amendment to the Monroe doctrine. It authorised US intervention and barred European interference in Latin America to maintain order.