| A | B |
| Imperialism | extending authority over other countries be economic, military or political means. |
| Alfred Mahan | US naval admiral who wanted to build up the Navy |
| Sanford Dole | Leader of US government in Hawaii |
| Yellow Journalism | use of exaggerated reporting to attract readers |
| USS Maine | Warshipt hat exploded and sand in Cuba in 1898 |
| Rough Riders | Cavalry commanded by TR that served in the Spanish American War |
| Boxer Rebellion | 1900 Chinese rebellion against the West |
| Platt Amendement | 1901 laws that allowed US to have some control and influence over Cuba |
| Protectorate | a country who is controlled by another country |