Spanish American War

Multiple Choice

What is imperialism?

• Imperialism is the practice of extending a country's power and influence through colonization, military force, or other means.
• Imperialism is the process of promoting global trade agreements.
• Imperialism refers to the cultural exchange between nations.
• Imperialism is the act of forming alliances for mutual defense.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of yellow journalism?

• A newspaper headline claiming 'War Breaks Out!' without substantial evidence.
• A report detailing the benefits of a new health policy.
• An article analyzing the causes of climate change.
• A feature story on local community events.

Fill in the Blanks

Yellow journalists blamed what country for sinking the U.S.S. Maine?

Multiple Choice

What locations did the United States fight in during the Spanish - American War?

• Puerto Rico and Alaska
• Hawaii and Guam
• Cuba and the Philippines
• Mexico and Canada

Multiple Choice

How did the United States get the Philippines as a territory?

• The Philippines was purchased from Spain for $20 million.
• The Philippines was granted independence by the United States in 1902.
• The United States acquired the Philippines through a military invasion in 1898.
• The United States got the Philippines as a territory through the Treaty of Paris after the Spanish-American War.