Spanish American War and Roosevelt Review

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Territories gained as a result of the Spanish-American war include Puerto Rico, Guam and-

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Philippines

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What US President was most influential in starting the Panama Canal?

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Teddy Roosevelt

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What 2 oceans does the Panama Canal connect?

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Atlantic Ocean and Pacific Ocean

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______________ is a name for false or exaggerated reporting.

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Yellow Journalism

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What ship had a huge explosion off the coast of Cuba that killed 260 Americans?

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The USS Maine

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What was the cause of the conflict between Cuba and Spain?

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Cuba wanted independence from Spain

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Which territory did the United States NOT take as a territory and gave them independence? Options: Puerto Rico, Guam, Philippines, Cuba

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Cuba

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What term describes building an empire by conquering other nations?

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Imperialism

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True or False:
The United States went to war to gain control of Cuba.

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False

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At what battle did the Rough Riders, the 24th Infantry and 9th and 10th Cavalry defeat the Spanish under fierce fire?

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Battle of San Juan Hill