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QuizMultiple Choice

Imperialism and the Great War — Test

Question 14 • American History

Why did late-1890s newspapers publish sensational stories about Cuba and the Spanish-American War?

Answer
A
The stories were meant to attract more Spanish and Cuban readers in the United States.
B
Newspapers used the stories to sell more papers.
C
Newspapers wanted other countries to know that the United States was watching Cuba closely.
D
The stories helped elected US officials learn about what was happening.
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