Spanish American War Review

What were the reasons for the United States' involvement in the Spanish American War?

• To gain control of European territories in Africa

• Due to exaggerated news reports (yellow journalism)

• To support Cuban rebels in gaining independence from Spain

• To protect American business interests in Cuba

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What were the results of the Spanish American War?

• Spain gained control of the United States

• The United States emerged as a world power

• Cuba gained independence from Spain

• The United States gained possession of the Philippines, Guam, and Puerto Rico

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Who participated in the Spanish American War, although their contributions were often ignored?

• The American Red Cross

• The 9th and 10th Cavalry units

• The 24th Infantry

• The Rough Riders

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What event led to rising tensions between Spain and the United States?

• The sinking of the USS Maine in Havana Harbor

• The signing of a peace treaty between Spain and Cuba

• The United States' support for Spanish colonial rule

• The establishment of a trade agreement between Spain and the United States

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What influenced the United States' emergence as a world power after the Spanish American War?

• Public opinion

• All of the above

• Economic interests

• Exaggerated news reports (yellow journalism)

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