Spanish-American War | Heimler 7.3

What was the main reason for the American desire to acquire Cuba?

• To establish a military base in the Caribbean

• To support Cuban nationalists

• To gain control of Spanish resources

• To expand American empire

What was the role of yellow journalism in influencing the American public's opinion about the Spanish-American War?

• It focused on economic interests rather than humanitarian concerns

• It exaggerated Spanish atrocities to provoke American intervention

• It provided accurate and responsible journalism

• It had no influence on public opinion

What was the outcome of the investigation into the explosion of the U.S.S. Maine in Havana Harbor?

• It was found to be accidental, not caused by any bad actors

• It was caused by Spanish interference in the region

• It was a deliberate act of war by the Spanish

• It was a result of American negligence

What was the impact of the Spanish-American War on the fate of Cuba?

• Cuba gained complete independence from the United States

• Cuba became a territory of Spain

• The U.S. intervened militarily in Cuban foreign policy

• The U.S. provided economic aid to Cuba

What was the result of the annexation of the Philippines from Spain?

• The U.S. held onto the Philippines until after World War II

• The Philippines gained independence from all foreign powers

• The U.S. sold the Philippines to another country

• The Philippines became a territory of Spain

What was the significance of the annexation of Hawaii in 1898?

• It expanded American territory in the Pacific

• It marked the end of American imperialism

• It led to the independence of Hawaii

• It resulted in the loss of American economic interests

What was the purpose of the Open Door Note sent by John Hay to the European powers in China?

• To request military support in China

• To observe an open door of trading privileges in China

• To propose a trade agreement with China

• To establish a political alliance with China

What was the main effect of the Spanish-American War on American foreign policy?

• It initiated a period of aggressive expansion and imperialism

• It led to isolationism and non-intervention in global affairs

• It resulted in the withdrawal of American military presence overseas

• It promoted peaceful diplomacy and international cooperation

What was the overall impact of the Spanish-American War on the United States?

• It had no significant impact on the country

• It led to economic decline and political instability

• It propelled the U.S. into the imperial game and expanded its influence

• It resulted in the loss of American territories and resources

What was the role of American industrialists and politicians in the events leading up to the Spanish-American War?

• They promoted international cooperation and diplomacy

• They advocated for peace and non-intervention in foreign conflicts

• They supported Spanish colonial rule in Cuba and the Philippines

• They were eager to expand American empire and acquire new territories