Question

what was the main reason that president theodore roosevelt used the big stick policy? he wanted to show critics in the united states that he could control the economy. he wanted to show the world that the united states was a strong country. he wanted to expand the empire of united states into more areas of the world. he wanted to force other countries to become democracies.

Explanation:

The "Big Stick" policy was about projecting American power. Roosevelt aimed to demonstrate the strength of the United States on the global stage. It was not mainly about controlling the economy, empire - expansion, or forcing democracy on other countries.

Answer:

He wanted to show the world that the United States was a strong country.