Question

select the correct answer.

which of the following is a direct result of the spanish-american war?

• the united states obtained territories in guam, puerto rico, and the philippines.
• william mckinley was forced to resign at the start of his second term.
• the united states committed itself to a plan of global expansion.
• spain strengthened its control over the territory of cuba.

Explanation:

Analyze the Treaty of Paris (1898)

The Spanish-American War ended with the Treaty of Paris in 1898, in which Spain ceded control of Guam, Puerto Rico, and the Philippines to the United States.

Evaluate the incorrect options

• William McKinley was assassinated, not forced to resign.
• The U.S. debated global expansion rather than committing to a formal global plan.
• Spain lost control over Cuba rather than strengthening it.

Answer:

• (A) The United States obtained territories in Guam, Puerto Rico, and the Philippines. (Correct answer)
• (B) William McKinley was forced to resign at the start of his second term.
• (C) The United States committed itself to a plan of global expansion.
• (D) Spain strengthened its control over the territory of Cuba.