Asked by shatara jenkins on May 24, 2024
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As a result of the Treaty of Paris in 1898, ______________________.
A) the United States agreed to pay Spain $20 million for territories acquired
B) Cuba became part of the United States
C) the Philippine Islands became independent
D) Wake Island became a United States protectorate
Treaty of Paris
A historic agreement that ended the American Revolutionary War in 1783, acknowledging the United States of America as an independent nation.
Territories Acquired
Refers to regions or lands gained by a country either through purchase, conquest, or treaty, adding to the nation's domain.
Wake Island
A strategic atoll in the Pacific Ocean used as a military base and refueling stop, notable for its role in World War II and subsequent American military history.
- Analyze the influence of American foreign policy doctrines on international relations, particularly in the context of China and the Philippines.
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Rickita BorkinsMay 27, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The Treaty of Paris in 1898 ended the Spanish-American War and resulted in the United States acquiring territories formerly controlled by Spain, including Guam, Puerto Rico, and the Philippines. The United States agreed to pay Spain $20 million for these territories. Cuba, however, did not become part of the United States and was granted independence, although the United States maintained significant influence over Cuban affairs. Wake Island was not mentioned in the treaty.
Learning Objectives
- Analyze the influence of American foreign policy doctrines on international relations, particularly in the context of China and the Philippines.