Democratizing 20th Century HW 3-23-09

1) Where did the U.S. intervene militarily during the early 20th century?

2) Discuss political and economic restrictions the US placed on P.R.

3) Discuss the role the U.S. played in P.R's sugar economy

4) What were P.R.'s 3 main exports?

5) Discuss the role of sugar and tobacco in the P.R. economy.

6) Discuss the working conditions of needle workers.

7) Discuss the trade relationships between U.S. and P.R.

8) Discuss changes in PR migration to US between 1900-1960.

9) Identify: a)foraker act
b) centrales
c)colones

10)Bring in doggy treats.