Imperialism and the Spanish-American War — Quiz

Question 1

Which territories came under US control as a result of the treaty with Spain? Choose four correct answers.

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Puerto Rico; Cuba; the Philippines; Guam

Question 2

Which is the best definition of the term annex ?

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to incorporate a new territory into an existing country

Question 3

During the war with Spain, most American deaths resulted from

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exposure to disease.

Question 4

Where did the United States first expand its territory beyond the lower 48 states?

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Alaska

Question 5

In the late 1890s, the United States built naval bases around the world. What were the most important reasons for this? Choose three correct answers.

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to help the United States increase its military power; to protect US trading interests abroad; to resupply US naval ships

Question 6

The headlines are from US newspapers the year of the Spanish-American War. Which headline is the best example of yellow journalism?

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Image with description The front page of the Salt Lake Herald with headline, Spanish conspirators murdered our sailors. Salt Lake Herald , March 29, 1898

Question 7

The United States annexed Hawaii

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after supporting planters in an overthrow of the queen.

Question 8

Expansion and imperialism helped American businesses do which of the following? Choose two correct answers.

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gain materials needed for manufacturing industries; trade finished goods with other countries

Question 9

After declaring war on Spain in 1898, the United States [Dropdown 1] defeated them.

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[Dropdown 1] quickly; quickly

Question 10

How did journalists use yellow journalism to encourage the United States to go to war with Spain? Choose three correct answers.

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by writing sensational headlines; by relying mostly on unnamed sources; by printing rumors as if they were facts

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