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Challenges of Independence in Asia

Question 10 • Yolo World History Term B Credit Recovery

Why did the United States become involved in the Philippines’ affairs?

Answer
A
to help establish a democracy in preparation for independence
B
to fight the Spanish-American War
C
to create a base there during World War II
D
to fight a dictatorship there

Explanation

The United States became involved in the Philippines during the Spanish-American War in 1898, when it fought Spain and took control of the islands. Establishing democracy in preparation for independence was not the original reason for U.S. involvement; the war with Spain was.

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