Exploring the Spanish-American War: Key Events and Figures

In the 1890s, America sought to expand its influence, leading to tensions with Spain over Cuba and the Philippines. The Cuban Revolution and American investments in Cuban sugar heightened these tensions. Yellow journalism and the Delome letter further fueled American sentiment against Spain. The explosion of the USS Maine was the final spark, leading to the Spanish-American War. The US achieved significant victories in the Philippines and the Caribbean, leading to the Treaty of Paris. As a result, the US gained territories, marking its emergence as a world power.

What was one of the main reasons the United States wanted to help Cuba and the Philippines?

• To gain control over their resources

• To help them gain liberty from oppressive rule

• To expand American territory

• To establish new trade routes

Who led the Cuban Revolution against Spain in 1895?

• Jose Marti

• George Dewey

• Theodor Roosevelt

• William McKinley

What is yellow journalism?

• A style of reporting that focuses on factual accuracy

• A sensational style of reporting that exaggerates stories

• A form of journalism that uses only photographs

• A type of journalism that only reports on political events

What was the Delome letter?

• A public declaration of war by Spain

• A letter from the U.S. President to Spain

• A letter from the Cuban rebels to the U.S.

• A private letter from the Spanish minister insulting the U.S. President

What event sparked the rallying cry 'Remember the Maine'?

• The explosion of the USS Maine

• The Delome letter

• The Battle of San Juan Hill

• The Cuban Revolution

Why did President McKinley send the USS Maine to Havana Harbor?

• To attack Spanish forces

• To protect American lives and property

• To deliver supplies to Cuban rebels

• To negotiate with Spanish officials

Who led the U.S. Pacific Fleet into Manila Bay?

• William McKinley

• Jose Marti

• George Dewey

• Theodor Roosevelt

What was the outcome of the U.S. Pacific Fleet's attack on the Spanish Fleet in Manila Bay?

• The Spanish Fleet retreated

• A truce was declared

• The U.S. Fleet was defeated

• The Spanish Fleet was annihilated

Who led the Rough Riders in the Battle of San Juan Hill?

• George Dewey

• William McKinley

• Theodor Roosevelt

• Jose Marti

What territories did the United States gain as a result of the Treaty of Paris?

• Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Philippine Islands

• Cuba, the Philippine Islands, and Hawaii

• Cuba, Puerto Rico, and Guam

• Guam, the Philippine Islands, and Hawaii