Which of the Following Statements Accurately Describes American Foreign Policy

question 52

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements accurately describes American foreign policy in Latin American countries in the first twenty years of the twentieth century?

• A) It demonstrated the commitment of the United States to preventing human rights abuses and the receptiveness of these countries to American aid.
• B) It demonstrated American willingness to intervene in a nation's internal affairs to promote American interests.
• C) It was characterized by Americans' willingness to rely on Europeans to take the lead in interventions as a means of preserving American resources.
• D) It was characterized by a respect for the sovereignty of other nations that fostered mutual respect and helped bring about economic cooperation.
• E) It made sure that any foreign interventions were calculated and rare, especially during Wilson's presidency which saw far fewer interventions than Taft's.

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