Question

which of the following occurred as a result of the spanish - american war?
□ cuba gained its independence. america gained control of guam, puerto rico, and the philippines.
□ cuba became an american colony. guam, puerto rico, and the philippines gained complete independence.
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Explanation:

The Spanish-American War concluded with the 1898 Treaty of Paris. Under this treaty, Cuba was granted formal independence (though with U.S. influence via the Platt Amendment later), while the U.S. acquired control of Guam, Puerto Rico, and the Philippines from Spain. The second option is incorrect because Cuba did not become a U.S. colony, and the other territories did not gain independence.

Answer:

A. Cuba gained its independence. America gained control of Guam, Puerto Rico, and the Philippines.