What elements within American life were driving the United States to play a larger role in world affairs? What events in the world at this time were drawing the United States out of isolation?

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The early 20th century found America playing a more active role on the world stage, particularly with regard to imperialism and the First World War. What elements within American life were driving the United States to play a larger role in world affairs? What events in the world at this time were drawing the United States out of isolation? Finally, on the whole, do you believe this more active role in world affairs benefited or damaged the United States? Be sure to use evidence from the course to support your answers to these questions.