Spanish American War and Imperialism

The video discusses the US interest in Cuba's independence from Spain due to its proximity and economic ties. In 1898, the USS Maine was sent to Cuba and exploded, leading to sensationalist yellow journalism that fueled anti-Spain sentiment. This pressure led to the US declaring war on Spain, which expanded beyond the Caribbean to the Pacific. The war resulted in the US gaining control over Cuba, Puerto Rico, and the Philippines.

Why did the United States have a strong interest in Cuba during the late 19th century?

• Cuba was a former U.S. colony.

• Cuba was a major oil supplier.

• Cuba's population was largely Protestant.

• Cuba was a nearby trading partner and had a significant Catholic population.

What was the primary reason President McKinley sent the USS Maine to Cuba?

• To protect American citizens and businesses.

• To start a war with Spain.

• To establish a new naval base.

• To deliver supplies to Cuban rebels.

What was the initial belief about the cause of the USS Maine explosion?

• It was an internal explosion.

• It was caused by a Spanish mine.

• It was due to a mechanical failure.

• It was a deliberate act by Cuban rebels.

What term describes the sensationalist media coverage that fueled anti-Spanish sentiment in the U.S.?

• Green journalism

• Blue journalism

• Yellow journalism

• Red journalism

What was the impact of yellow journalism on the U.S. government's actions?

• It led to a peace treaty with Spain.

• It caused the U.S. to withdraw from Cuban affairs.

• It increased pressure on the government to declare war on Spain.

• It resulted in a trade embargo on Spain.

Where did the U.S. expand the war after the initial conflict in the Caribbean?

• The Pacific Ocean

• Africa

• South America

• Europe

What was the outcome of the U.S. attack on the Spanish fleet at Manila Bay?

• The battle ended in a stalemate.

• The Spanish fleet retreated to Europe.

• The Spanish fleet was easily defeated.

• The U.S. suffered heavy losses.

What was the initial goal of the war with Spain?

• To establish a naval base in the Caribbean

• To acquire the Philippines

• To annex Puerto Rico

• To liberate Cuba

Which territories did the United States gain control of after the war with Spain?

• Jamaica, Haiti, and the Dominican Republic

• Hawaii, Guam, and Samoa

• Mexico, Canada, and Greenland

• Cuba, Puerto Rico, and the Philippines

How long did the war with Spain last?

• Two years

• Six months

• One year

• Three months