Spanish-American War Quiz

What was a significant outcome of the Spanish-American War for the United States?

• Isolation from international affairs

• Emergence as a world power

• Economic recession

• Loss of territories

Which factor contributed to the rising tensions between Spain and the United States before the Spanish-American War?

• Joint military exercises

• Cultural exchanges

• Sinking of the USS Maine

• Trade agreements

What was one reason for the United States' involvement in the Spanish-American War?

• Protection of Spanish colonies

• Support for Spanish rule in Cuba

• Protection of American business interests in Cuba

• Opposition to Cuban independence

Which group played a significant role in the Spanish-American War, despite their contributions being overlooked?

• Native American tribes

• Asian immigrants

• African American troops

• European immigrants

What role did yellow journalism play in the events leading up to the Spanish-American War?

• It promoted peace negotiations between Spain and the United States

• It provided unbiased reporting of the conflict

• It exaggerated news reports to sway public opinion

• It advocated for Spanish colonial interests

Which territory did the United States gain possession of as a result of the Spanish-American War?

• Brazil

• Philippines

• Indonesia

• South Africa

What did the United States achieve in terms of Cuba as a result of the Spanish-American War?

• Annexation

• Independence

• Protectorate status

• Division into smaller territories

How did the Spanish-American War impact the status of Guam and Puerto Rico?

• They became independent nations

• They were annexed by Spain

• They became territories of the United States

• They were returned to their indigenous populations

How did Theodore Roosevelt expand the Monroe Doctrine?

• By promoting European colonization in Latin America

• By advocating for non-interventionism in the Western Hemisphere

• By asserting U.S. dominance in Latin American affairs

• By supporting European alliances in the Americas

Which diplomatic approach did Theodore Roosevelt use to build the Panama Canal?

• Dollar Diplomacy

• Gunboat Diplomacy

• Big Stick Diplomacy

• Moral Diplomacy