Question

which statement is true?
a. u.s. actions in mexico and cuba inspired the growth of revolutionary movements.
b. u.s. actions in mexico and cuba resulted in territorial gains for the united states.
c. u.s. actions in mexico and cuba resulted in lasting democracies in those countries.
d. u.s. actions in mexico and cuba resulted in territorial losses for the united states.

Explanation:

• Option B: U.S. actions in Cuba (e.g., intervention, support for Batista) didn't lead to territorial gains for the US. In Mexico, historical US actions like the Mexican - American War did result in territorial gains, but the statement generalizing to both Mexico and Cuba is incorrect as Cuba is not a territory of the US.
• Option C: U.S. actions in Mexico and Cuba did not result in lasting democracies. For example, US support for non - democratic regimes in Cuba (like Batista) and intervention in Mexico's internal affairs at times destabilized democratic development.
• Option D: U.S. actions in Mexico (e.g., Mexican - American War) led to territorial gains for the US, not losses. And actions in Cuba also didn't lead to US territorial losses.
• Option A: U.S. interference in Mexico (e.g., support for certain factions, economic exploitation) and in Cuba (e.g., Platt Amendment, support for dictatorial regimes) inspired revolutionary movements. In Mexico, this contributed to movements seeking to overthrow foreign - influenced and unjust regimes. In Cuba, it led to movements like the Cuban Revolution against US - backed regimes.

Answer:

A. U.S. actions in Mexico and Cuba inspired the growth of revolutionary movements.