Spanish-American War and Treaty of Paris

Spanish-American War and Treaty of Paris

Assessment

Interactive Video

History, Social Studies, World Languages

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The video discusses the Spanish-American War, highlighting Cuba's struggle for independence from Spain and the reasons behind America's involvement. The U.S. intervened due to economic interests and a ship explosion blamed on Spain. The war was short-lived, with the U.S. military quickly overpowering the Spanish forces. The Treaty of Paris ended the conflict, granting Cuba independence and marking a significant development in international relations.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary role of the Treaty of Paris in the context of the Spanish-American War?

To maintain peace

To support Cuban independence

To initiate the war

To declare war on Spain

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did America decide to intervene in the conflict between Cuba and Spain?

To protect its own interests

To gain control over Cuba

To support Spain

To act as a mediator

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the reasons the U.S. got involved in the Spanish-American War?

To avoid conflict

To expand its territory

To improve trade conditions

To support Spain

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What event was blamed on a Spanish naval mine, prompting U.S. involvement in the war?

The sinking of a Spanish ship

The explosion of a U.S. ship

A battle in Cuba

A trade embargo

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the American public react to the explosion of the U.S. ship?

They supported a declaration of war

They blamed Cuba

They demanded peace

They ignored the event

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the Spanish-American War for the Spanish fleet?

It retreated

It expanded

It was victorious

It was crippled

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who led the Rough Riders during the Spanish-American War?

Thomas Jefferson

George Washington

Abraham Lincoln

Teddy Roosevelt

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