****USH2 Unit 1 Part 2 Quiz (25pts)

Who organized a revolt against Spain during the Spanish-American War?

• Fidel Castro

• Jose Marti

• Che Guevara

• Simon Bolivar

Answer explanation

Jose Marti organized a revolt against Spain during the Spanish-American War. He played a crucial role in Cuba's fight for independence.

What did the Yellow Journalists focus on to attract readers during the war?

• Objective reporting

• Sensationalized stories

• Investigative journalism

• Neutral storytelling

Answer explanation

Yellow Journalists focused on sensationalized stories to attract readers during the war.

What was the impact of the explosion of the U.S.S. Maine in Havana Harbor?

• Peaceful resolution

• Declaration of war

• Investigation results blamed Cuba

• Improved diplomatic relations

Answer explanation

The explosion of the U.S.S. Maine in Havana Harbor led to a declaration of war.

What did the Treaty of Paris in 1898 signify for the Philippines?

• Complete independence

• Sale to the U.S. for $20 million

• Return to Spanish control

• Annexation by Cuba

Answer explanation

The Treaty of Paris in 1898 signified the sale of the Philippines to the U.S. for $20 million, not complete independence, return to Spanish control, or annexation by Cuba.

What did the Platt Amendment grant the U.S. in relation to Cuba?

• Complete independence

• Intervention rights

• Military alliance with Spain

• Economic sanctions

Answer explanation

The Platt Amendment granted the U.S. intervention rights in relation to Cuba, allowing them to intervene in Cuban affairs.

What three countries were part of the war?

• U.S., France, England

• U.S., Spain, Cuba

• U.S., Germany, Mexico

• U.S., Russia, Japan

Answer explanation

The three countries that were part of the war were the U.S., Spain, and Cuba. They were involved in a conflict that led to the Spanish-American War.

What did Cuba want from Spain?

• To be a colony

• Freedom

• Sugar

• Ships

Answer explanation

Cuba wanted freedom from Spain to gain independence and self-governance. This was their primary goal, as indicated by the correct answer choice.

Why does the United States have an interest in Cuba?

• Cultural exchange programs

• Humanitarian aid

• American capitalist investments in sugar plantations

• Political alliances with Spain

Answer explanation

The United States has an interest in Cuba due to American capitalist investments in sugar plantations.

Who organized a revolt against Spain, and who did he need help from?

• Fidel Castro, U.S. interventionists

• Jose Marti, U.S. interventionists

• Che Guevara, Cuban rebels

• Simon Bolivar, European powers

Answer explanation

Jose Marti organized a revolt against Spain and needed help from U.S. interventionists. He played a crucial role in Cuba's fight for independence.

What did General Weyler of Spain do to involve the United States?

• Signs a peace treaty

• Launches diplomatic negotiations

• Establishes concentration camps

• Offers independence to Cuba

Answer explanation

General Weyler involved the United States by establishing concentration camps in Cuba.