Spanish-American War Quiz

When did the Spanish-American War take place?

• 1803

• 1876

• 1898

• 1914

What was the main cause of the Spanish-American War?

• The sinking of the USS Maine

• The attack on Pearl Harbor

• The Boston Tea Party

• The Battle of Gettysburg

Which country did the United States go to war with during the Spanish-American War?

• Spain

• Mexico

• England

• France

Which territories did the United States gain as a result of the Spanish-American War?

• Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Philippines

• Cuba, Haiti, and the Dominican Republic

• Venezuela, Colombia, and Ecuador

• Costa Rica, Panama, and Nicaragua

What is the name of the famous group of volunteer soldiers led by Theodore Roosevelt during the Spanish-American War?

• The Rough Riders

• The Freedom Fighters

• The Liberty Brigade

• The Patriot's Battalion

Which battle is often remembered as a turning point in the Spanish-American War?

• Battle of San Juan Hill

• Battle of Bunker Hill

• Battle of Antietam

• Battle of Fort Sumter

Why did the USS Maine's explosion become a significant event in the lead-up to the war?

• It was believed to be a result of Spanish sabotage, fueling anti-Spanish sentiments.

• It was a planned attack by the U.S. government to instigate war.

• It was an accident caused by a fire on the ship.

• It was an act of terrorism by Cuban rebels.

What major newspaper used sensationalism to encourage support for the war against Spain?

• The New York Journal

• The Washington Post

• The Chicago Tribune

• The Boston Globe

Which treaty ended the Spanish-American War and granted independence to Cuba?

• Treaty of Paris

• Treaty of Versailles

• Treaty of Madrid

• Treaty of London

Why did the United States want to intervene in Cuba and other Spanish colonies?

• To support Cuban independence from Spanish rule

• To acquire more land for the United States

• To protect American business interests and investments

• To gain control over Spain's military power