American Imperialism — Quiz

Question 3 • World History CR SUSD (EX)

Which explains the primary motivations behind the United States’ intervention in Cuba in 1898?

Answer

The US sought to defend its plantation settlers who had moved to Cuba and remove Britain from power in the Americas.

The US sought to defend its eastern border from attack and drive Spain from power in the Americas.

The US sought to protect its business investments and remove Spain from power in the Americas.

The US sought to protect its belief in democracy and remove Britain from power in the Americas.

Explanation

The United States had significant business interests in Cuba, including investments in sugar production, and wanted to protect them amid the Cuban revolt against Spanish rule. The intervention also helped end Spain’s colonial control in the Americas. Britain was not the power ruling Cuba, so choices that name Britain are incorrect.

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