Results of Spanish-American War

Multiple Choice

What was the main purpose of the Monroe Doctrine?

• To encourage European colonization in the Americas.

• To establish a U.S. military alliance with Europe.

• To force Latin American nations to join the U.S.

• To warn European nations not to interfere in the Western Hemisphere.

Multiple Choice

Which statement best describes yellow journalism?

• News reporting focused on scientific discoveries and facts.

• Sensationalized and exaggerated reporting.

• Careful, unbiased reporting of world events.

• Government-controlled reporting to support official policies.

Multiple Choice

How did yellow journalism contribute to the start of the Spanish-American War?

• It encouraged Americans to support peace negotiations with Spain.

• It pressured the government to support Spain's control of Cuba.

• It increased public support for war by exaggerating Spanish atrocities.

• It convinced Americans that Cuba was not important.

Open Ended

Do you think the cartoonist supports or criticizes U.S. imperialism? What details in the cartoon help you determine this?