The document discusses imperialism and the role of the United States in the world. It asks questions about when the US has a duty to fight for freedom in other countries and discusses recent wars in Iraq and concerns with North Korea. It also lists lands that were of interest to the US, including Hawaii, Cuba, Panama, the Philippines, and Puerto Rico, noting which were acquired and became part of the US or remained independent.

1. Imperialism Chapter 18

2. PARTICIPATION What role does the United States play in the world? Does the U.S. have a duty to fight for freedom in other countries? If yes, at what point does fighting become necessary?

3. PARTICIPATION War in Iraq (2003) Why did we go in? What are our intentions? Should we stay/go? North Korea “Satellite” Launch Why are we concerned? What CAN we do? What SHOULD we do and why?

4. Imperialism Definition of imperialism : Policy in which stronger nations extend control over weaker ones and impose– Laws Culture Economy

5. Imperialism Lands of Interest to the United States: Hawaii Status: ACQUIRED

6. Imperialism Lands of Interest to the United States: Cuba Status: INDEPENDENT

7. Imperialism Lands of Interest to the United States: Panama Status: ACQUIRED CANAL Panama Florida

8. Imperialism Lands of Interest to the United States: Philippines Status: ACQUIRED

9. Imperialism Lands of Interest to the United States: Puerto Rico Status: ACQUIRED (COMMON WEALTH) Puerto Rico Florida