Question

Which of the following best supports the theory that the United States had imperialist ambitions as of the end of the nineteenth century?

• A. The establishment of the Open Door Policy in 1899
• B. The Russo-Japanese War of 1904
• C. The annexation of Hawaii in 1898
• D. The popularity of yellow journalism in 1890s
• E. The start of Mexican Revolution in 1910

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

The annexation of Hawaii in 1898

The annexation of territory is the best direct indication of imperialist ambitions.