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US History Unit 3
US Becomes a world power, Progressive Era, and WW1
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| pan americanism | the cooperation of all countries in north and south America |
| yellow journalism | Journalism that is over-exaggerating, usually based on sensationalism |
| jingoism | extreme nationalism or patriotism, usually aggressive foreign policy |
| sphere of influence | a country that has another country's power able to affect its and development. No formal authority |
| diplomacy | the act of managing relations overseas, by government and by peace |
| protectorate | a state or territory protected by or controlled by another |
| muckrakers | one who delves into politics to publish scandal and corruption in politics and business |
| child labor | using children in industry, typically illegal |
| de facto segregation | segregated by custom and tradition |
| de jure segregation | segregated by law |
| conservation | government control over resources to conserve them |
| bully pulpit | using strong executive power to present your views |
| trustbusting | use of government to break up trusts |
| temperance | the moderation or abstinence of alcohol |
| militarism | the belief that a country should have a strong military and to use it often |
| alliances | an association between 2 countries for a benefit, usually aid if one goes to war |
| imperialism | the process of extending one's power through diplomacy or military force |
| nationalism | an intense feeling of patriotism or pride for one's country |
| espionage | the use of spies to gain political and military info for the government |
| reparations | making amends by paying money or other aid to a wrong party |