Spanish American War (1898)

According to President McKinley, select all of the following that were reasons to go to war with Spain:

• The U.S. must help protect the Cuban people from Spanish violence.

• The U.S. must put an end to Spanish violence against Cubans.

• The U.S. must protect its trade and business interests in Cuba.

• The U.S must protect Spanish interests on the island of Cuba.

What reason is the MOST IMPORTANT to President McKinley?

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What event does President McKinley use to push for war?

• The invasion of Cuba.

• The explosion of the USS Maine battleship in Cuba.

• The attack on U.S. soldiers in the Philippines.

• The Spanish invasion of Hawaii.

According to the political cartoon over Cuba, what is causing the fire?

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What is the duty of the United States concerning Cuba?

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How might this economic relationship have influenced the American decision to invade Cuba and declare war against Spain in 1898?

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