Question

how did newspapers that used yellow journalism react when the uss maine exploded in cuba in 1898? they warned against the us reacting too quickly. they wanted president mckinley to begin talks with spain. they suggested that spain should pay for the damages. they blamed spain for the explosion and called for the us to declare war.

Explanation:

Yellow journalism was sensationalist. When the USS Maine exploded, these newspapers used the event to stir up public opinion. They blamed Spain (without solid evidence at first) to create a war - like atmosphere. Their goal was to increase readership through dramatic and often unsubstantiated claims.

Answer:

They blamed Spain for the explosion and called for the US to declare war.