Question

events (put these events in the correct order).
creation of panama canal
cuban independence (platt amendment)
u.s. becomes a world power
yellow journalism (
emember the maine!\)

Explanation:

• Creation of Panama Canal: Construction began in 1904 and was completed in 1914.
• Cuban Independence (Platt Amendment): 1901 - The Platt Amendment was part of the Army Appropriations Bill of 1901. It was later incorporated into the Cuban Constitution of 1901 and the 1903 Cuban - US Treaty.
• U.S. Becomes a World Power: The Spanish - American War (1898) is often seen as a key event that propelled the U.S. onto the world power stage.
• Yellow Journalism ("Remember the Maine!"): The sinking of the USS Maine in 1898 was sensationalized by yellow journalism, which played a role in the lead - up to the Spanish - American War.

Answer:

1. Creation of Panama Canal
2. Cuban Independence (Platt Amendment)
3. U.S. Becomes a World Power
4. Yellow Journalism ("Remember the Maine!")