Question

the cartoon shows a bald eagle, representing the united states, with its wings spread from the philippines to puerto rico. when this cartoon was publ
a from the international community and focused on issues at home.
b helped its european allies gain control of territory in the western hemisphere.
c engaged in imperialism and expanded the territory that it controlled.
d supported people who were fighting for independence all over the world

Explanation:

The cartoon shows the U.S. (represented by the bald eagle) with its wings spread over distant places like the Philippines and Puerto Rico. Imperialism involves a country extending its power and control over other territories. Option C aligns with this as it indicates the U.S. was engaged in imperialism and expanding controlled territory. Option A is incorrect as the cartoon shows outward reach, not focus on home - issues. Option B is wrong because the U.S. was not helping European allies gain Western Hemisphere territory (it was more about its own expansion). Option D is incorrect as there is no indication of supporting independence fighters in the cartoon.

Answer:

C. engaged in imperialism and expanded the territory that it controlled.