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Which of the following were used as arguments in favor of American imperialism? Check all that apply.

It would aid in the spread of new technologies.
It would weaken democracy in other countries.
It would help the United States compete with Europe on a global stage.
It would protect US trade interests.
It would help the United States gain access to new markets.

The arguments made in favor of American Imperialism were that option C. It would help the United States compete with Europe on a global stage, D. It would protect US trade interests, E. It would help the United States gain access to new markets.

American Imperialism

Imperialism is a policy of capturing foreign land for expanding their market. US was after Spanish-American War of 1898, fed up with Isolationist approach. The Leaders of US during early 20th century, influenced by "Manifest Destiny", justified their imperialist policies as the God's will.

They opined the view that Imperialism was beneficial for US for three reasons. First economically it will give US new markets to exploit and raise trade. Second Politically it will make US stand at par with European Nations. And Thirdly, it will showcase the military power of US.

Therefore, the correct options are C, D, & E.

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