Spanish American War video questions

Describe the conditions in the reconcentration camps established by General Valeriano Weyler.

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1. The conditions in the camps were inadequate food, supplies, housing, and medical treatment, leading to many deaths. (00:01:04)

What was the nickname given to General Valeriano Weyler and why was he called that?

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1. General Weyler was nicknamed "The Butcher" for his brutal treatment of the Cuban people. (00:01:28)

Who were Joseph Pulitzer and William Randolph Hearst, and what role did they play in the events leading up to the war?

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1. Joseph Pulitzer and William Randolph Hearst were newspaper publishers who used sensationalism to drive public interest in the war. (00:01:28)

Explain what Yellow Journalism is and how it influenced public opinion about the war.

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1. Yellow Journalism involved sensationalist reporting that exaggerated events to sway public opinion towards war. (00:02:53)

What was the significance of the USS Maine in the context of the war?

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1. The USS Maine was sent to protect American interests in Cuba and its explosion was a catalyst for war. (00:02:11)

How did Theodore Roosevelt become involved in the war, and what actions did he take?

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1. Theodore Roosevelt resigned from his position to lead the Rough Riders and fought in Cuba. (00:04:02)

What did the Teller Amendment state regarding Cuba's future?

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1. The Teller Amendment stated that the U.S. would not annex Cuba but support its independence. (00:04:45)

What were the main causes of death for American soldiers during the war?

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1. Many soldiers died from disease and poor food conditions rather than combat. (00:05:53)

What was the Treaty of Paris?

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1. The Treaty of Paris ended the war, resulting in Spain ceding territories like the Philippines and Puerto Rico to the U.S. (00:06:24)

What was the Platt Amendment? What impact do you think this had on Cuban independence?

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1. The Platt Amendment allowed the U.S. to intervene in Cuban affairs and maintain a military base there, despite Cuba's independence. (00:07:31)