Monroe+Doctrine


 * Monroe Doctrine

Period 2 ||
 * Brief (3-4 Sentence) Summary || The Monroe Doctrine stated that the U.S. wouldn't get involved in the European colonies in the Americas. It also had stated that Europe shouldn't try to expand into the Western Hemisphere and if they di the U.S. would see it as a threat. This doctrine tried to keep European countries from expanding so the U.S. could grow freely. ||
 * Key Terms (With Descriptions/Definitions) || Congress of Vienna (1814)- Monarchs of Europe gathered together to return the continent to what is was before the French Revolution.

Holy Alliance- Made up of Russia, Austria, Prussia, and France. ||
 * 2 Multiple Choice Questions (w/ correct answers)

2 Open Ended Questions (w/ correct answers) || When was the Monroe Doctrine created ||


 * Monroe Doctrine

Period 3 ||
 * Brief (3-4 Sentence) Summary || The Monroe Doctrine was neither a treaty or a law, it was a written document that was made up of two main points. This was a result of European Nations that threatened the democracy in the Americas. James Monroe issued a statement saying that European powers could not colonize the Americas anymore and the colonies had ended. It also said that the United States wouldnt interfere with Europe or take part in any affairs. ||
 * Key Terms (With Descriptions/Definitions) || Holy Alliance: Russia, Austria, Prussia, France-ended liberal movements in Europe and saught for monarchy in South America.

George Canning: British foreign minister invited the United states to join an alliance with Britain.

James Monroe: The prestident of the United States from the years 1817-1825 ||
 * 2 Multiple Choice Questions (w/ correct answers)

2 Open Ended Questions (w/ correct answers) || 1. Which of the following was not in the holy alliance?

a) Russia

b) Britain

c) France

d) Austria

ANSWER: B

2. What year did Monroe write the Monroe Doctrine?

a)1820

b)1822

c)1823

d)1825

ANSWER:C

3. What did the Monroe Doctrine state?

-It stated that European Nations could not colonize the Americas and that Eurpoean involvement was not wanted and would be opposed.

4. Why did the the United States reject Britain?

-They realized that it would end any hope to adding South America to the U.S. territory. They also felt that it would be best to stay out of European affairs as long as Britains Navy was protecting the Americas.

Jackie D, Catherine C, Annie K, Jonathon F ||

Holy Alliance: alliance of Russia, Austria, Prussia, and France George Canning: British foreign minister sought joining US and renounce interest in aquiring colonies in South America and oppose French interference Congress of Verona: The Holy Alliance decided to put down Spanish rebels Monroe Doctorine: proclaimed the era of colonization ended and America would avoid involvement in European affairs || 2 Open Ended Questions (w/ correct answers) || ~Multiple Choice~ 1.) The Holy Alliance included all except: A. Russia  B. France  C. United States  D. Austria  *Answer is C; United States
 * Monroe Doctrine  Period 5  ||
 * Brief (3-4 Sentence) Summary || The article mainly addressed keypoints on the before and after affects of the Monroe Doctorine. It stated how the era of colonization in the Americas had ended and America would no longer interfere with existing European colonies by avoiding all involvement of European affairs as much as possible. It wasn't a treaty or national law, but it was more of a spirit or voice to the US in regards to patriotism and nationalism. ||
 * Key Terms (With Descriptions/Definitions) || Congress of Vienna: Monarchs of Europe gathered to return the continent to status before the French Revolution
 * 2 Multiple Choice Questions (w/ correct answers)

2.) Who asked the United States to join their alliance? A. Spain  B. South America  C. Britain  D. France  *Answer is C; Britain

~Open Ended Questions~ 1.) Why did the Monroe Doctorine draw little attention? *Answer: The Monroe Doctorine drew little attention to the US and abroad because it was not a law or a treaty. The US didn't have the power to enforce the announcement.

2.) Do you think the Doctorine was necessary? Why or why not? *Answer: We think the Doctorine was necessary because even though it had no national power to it, it still gave Americans pride and was understood and respected. It stopped European Affairs and allowed more confidence to restraining negative international affairs.

Brandon C., Heather S., Steph K., Rob B., Karon ||