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Multiple Select: What were some factors that led to U.S. imperialism? (Choose 3) *

A(connections with European nations
B(access to ports and coaling stations
C(it was a necessity for their countries to survive
D(belief in cultural superiority
E(new markets to sell American goods

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Answer:

Correct answers are:

B. access to ports and coaling stations

D. belief in cultural superiority

E. new markets to sell American goods

Step-by-step explanation:

B is the correct answer as they wanted to spread their dominance and control over important trade routes.

D is correct as they believed that they obligation to spread culture among those nations they considered less culturally developed.

E is correct as they needed new markets for their products.

A is not correct because this was not a reason, as even with Monroe's doctrine they didn't allow European forces to interfere in political issues in America.

C is not correct as country was rich and strong already.

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