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Question 12 • US History

Why did rebels in the Philippines fight against the United States after Spain lost the Spanish-American War?

Answer

The rebels hoped to take over the large plantations owned by US companies.

The rebels were fighting for their independence because the United States did not give it to them.

The rebels wanted to become allies with China rather than with the United States.

The rebels were upset because the United States would not allow them to practice their native religions.

Explanation

Filipino rebels had fought to end Spanish rule and expected to govern their own country. After Spain lost the Spanish-American War, the United States took control of the Philippines instead of granting it independence, so the rebels fought against U.S. rule. The correct choice is A: they were fighting for independence.

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