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Panama and Latin America

Question 17 • MO-US History II A

How did actions of the Spanish during the Cuban Revolution affect American attitudes?

Answer
A
Americans opposed the brutal tactics of the Spanish.
B
Americans felt the Spanish were taking a reasonable approach to the Cuban Revolution.
C
Americans were happy when the Spanish accepted help to settle the conflict.
D
Americans thought the Spanish should have negotiated with the rebel leader Martí sooner.

Explanation

Reports of Spanish brutality in Cuba, including the harsh policy of forcing Cubans into reconcentration camps, stirred outrage in the United States. These actions turned many Americans against Spanish rule and increased support for Cuban independence. Therefore, Americans opposed the brutal tactics of the Spanish.

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