Question

which journalist/muckraker wrote \the shame of the cities\?
lincoln steffens
ida tarbell
jacob riis
upton sinclair
how was the united states affected by the conclusion of the spanish - american war?
the conclusion of the war brought both economic benefits and increased political influence to the united states
the economy of the u.s. suffered when production of weapons and supplies decreased at the end of the war
the u.s. gained a military victory without the loss of american lives
the u.s. turned inward, choosing to focus on domestic issues rather than foreign policy
clear selection
which is not a reason for u.s. imperialism?
desire for military strength

Explanation:

Lincoln Steffens was a muckraker who wrote The Shame of the Cities, which exposed political corruption in urban areas.
The Spanish - American War ended with the Treaty of Paris (1898). The U.S. gained territories like Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Philippines. This brought economic benefits (access to new markets and resources) and increased political influence (as a global power).

Answer:

1. Lincoln Steffens
2. The conclusion of the war brought both economic benefits and increased political influence to the United States