The Spanish-American War and the Rise of American Imperialism

The video explores the Spanish-American War, highlighting the role of yellow journalism in U.S. involvement, the war's outbreak, and its outcomes. It discusses the effects on Cuba and the Philippines, including the Platt Amendment and the annexation of the Philippines. The video also covers the annexation of Hawaii and the Open Door Policy in China, illustrating America's imperial expansion. The conclusion offers resources for further learning.

What was one of the main reasons American industrialists and politicians were interested in Cuba?

• To establish a new trade route

• To expand the American empire

• To find new agricultural products

• To create a new military base

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

• It focused on economic benefits of the war

• It supported Spanish rule in Cuba

• It provided accurate reports of the events

• It exaggerated Spanish atrocities to sway public opinion

What event directly led to the U.S. declaring war on Spain?

• The explosion of the U.S.S. Maine

• The annexation of Hawaii

• The Open Door Policy with China

• The signing of the Platt Amendment

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

• It focused on domestic issues instead

• It signed a peace treaty with no territorial changes

• It gained new territories and expanded its empire

• It lost the war and retreated

What was the Platt Amendment's impact on Cuba?

• It allowed U.S. intervention in Cuban affairs

• It established a trade embargo

• It led to a Cuban revolution

• It granted Cuba full independence

How did the United States acquire the Philippines?

• Through a peaceful treaty

• By purchasing it from Spain

• By supporting Filipino independence

• By military conquest and annexation

Why was the annexation of Hawaii significant for the United States?

• It provided a strategic location in the Pacific

• It was a new military training ground

• It was a major agricultural hub

• It was a cultural exchange center

What was the purpose of the Open Door Policy in China?

• To create a military alliance with China

• To promote Chinese cultural heritage

• To ensure equal trading rights for all nations

• To establish political control over China

What was a major challenge for the United States in maintaining control over the Philippines?

• Lack of resources

• Economic instability

• Geographical distance

• Cultural differences

What was a long-term effect of the Spanish-American War on the United States?

• It resulted in a loss of territories

• It caused economic decline

• It marked the beginning of American imperialism

• It led to isolationism