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The Spanish American War
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11th Grade
01/24/2011

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What was the main reason why Americans wanted to go to war with Spain? 
Definition
To "defend" America after the USS maine blew up
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Which President "prayed to god" about what do do with the Philippines. 
Definition
William McKinley
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What does the Depression of 1893 have to do with the Spanish-American War? 
Definition
The depression created the desire to seek markets abroad. 
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When was the Spanish-American War? 
Definition
1898
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Where did the U.S gain territory after the Spanish American War?  
Definition
Guam, The Philippines, and Puerto Rico. 
Term
What was the significance of the USS Maine's explosion.
Definition
It lead the U.S to war with Spain. 
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Why did the U.S go to war with the Philippines? 
Definition
To crush and insurgency that wanted U.S troops out of America. 
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What was the Platt Amendment? 
Definition
It was an amendment to the Cuban constitution that gave the U.S the right to leave naval bases and intervene when it wanted to. 
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What is Yellow Journalism? 
Definition
When journalists exaggerate a story in order to get their audience to agree with them. 
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What was 'The White Man's Burden'? 
Definition
An idea and poem intended to encourage Americans to expand and 'civilize' dark people. 
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How long did the Spanish-American War last? 
Definition
4 months. 
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Who was Emilio Aguinaldo? 
Definition
The leader of the Filipino insurrection. 
Term
Taking over which country brought about a heated debate? 
Definition
The Philippines
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Who was Albert Beveridge? 
Definition
An imperialist senator. 
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Why did the Cubans allow the Platt Amendment to be placed on their constitution? 
Definition
The U.S occupied Cuba militarily and refused to allow them independence until they agreed. 
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Why did many African Americans oppose the Philippine-American war? 
Definition
The leaders of many Black organizations taught them that imperialism went against American values. 
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What is the definition of Imperialism?
Definition
The act of exerting control over another nation. 
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How long did the Philippine-American war last? 
Definition
Three years. 
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