Question

question 3 of 20

what belief led some americans to oppose imperialism?

a. expanding u.s. influence abroad would make it harder for businesses to establish new markets.
b. bases far from u.s. borders would limit the militarys ability to protect americans.
c. expanding to other countries would create a loss of jobs for americans at home.
d. interfering with other cultures would lead to increased conflict between nations.

Explanation:

Analyze the arguments against imperialism

Using the Anti-Imperialism knowledge point, we examine the primary motivations of American anti-imperialists in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Opponents of expansion argued that acquiring foreign territories violated democratic principles, was economically risky, and would drag the United States into unnecessary foreign entanglements and military conflicts.

Evaluate the given options

• Option A is incorrect because imperial expansion was generally believed to help businesses establish new markets, not make it harder.
• Option B is incorrect because proponents of imperialism argued that overseas bases would strengthen military protection, while opponents focused on the moral, political, and diplomatic costs rather than a reduction in domestic defense capability.
• Option C is incorrect because the primary domestic economic argument of anti-imperialists was not centered on a direct loss of domestic jobs due to expansion.
• Option D is correct. Anti-imperialists strongly argued that interfering with other nations and cultures would violate their sovereignty and inevitably lead to increased diplomatic and military conflict between nations.

Answer:

• (A) Expanding U.S. influence abroad would make it harder for businesses to establish new markets.
• (B) Bases far from U.S. borders would limit the military's ability to protect Americans.
• (C) Expanding to other countries would create a loss of jobs for Americans at home.
• (D) Interfering with other cultures would lead to increased conflict between nations. (Correct answer)