Spanish-American War

Multiple Choice

What is "jingoism"

• Jingoism is extreme patriotism that advocates for aggressive foreign policy.
• Jingoism refers to a peaceful coexistence between nations.
• Jingoism is a form of international diplomacy.
• Jingoism is the belief in global citizenship and unity.

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What is one cause of the Spanish American War?

• The annexation of Hawaii.
• The signing of the Treaty of Paris.
• Spanish treatment of Cuban people

• WWI

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What is "yellow press"

• Sensationalist journalism that prioritizes eye-catching headlines over factual reporting.
• A type of journalism that focuses solely on political news.
• A style of writing that emphasizes long, detailed articles.
• A form of advertising that uses bright colors and flashy designs.

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What part did William Randolph Hearst play in the Spanish American War?

• He opposed the war and advocated for peace.
• He was a prominent politician in Spain at the time.
• William Randolph Hearst played a significant role in promoting the Spanish-American War through sensationalist journalism.
• He was a military general during the war.

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What is the Teller Amendment?

• The Teller Amendment is a treaty between the U.S. and Spain.
• The Teller Amendment is a U.S. legislative measure asserting that the U.S. would not annex Cuba after the Spanish-American War.
• The Teller Amendment was a declaration of war against Spain.
• The Teller Amendment allows for U.S. military presence in Cuba.

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Where is one place America fought Spain?

• Philippines
• Germany

• Australia

• Japan

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What killed the most people in Cuba?

• disease

• war

• food

• cars

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Who led the "rough riders"

• Theodore Roosevelt
• Ulysses S. Grant
• George Washington
• William Howard Taft

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Which two countries did the U.S. acquire from Spain after the war?

• Hawaii and Alaska
• Puerto Rico and the Guam

• Cuba and Japan

• Mexico and Canada

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What is one result of the Spanish American War?

• The war resulted in the abolition of the monarchy in Spain.
• Spain gained control of Florida.
• The United States lost control of Cuba.
• The United States became a colonial power.