The Spanish–American War (College Board AP® US History): Flashcards
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From which country did the United States buy Alaska in 1867?
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From which country did the United States buy Alaska in 1867?
The United States bought Alaska from Russia in 1867 for $7.2 million.
Why did critics call the Alaska purchase "Seward's Folly"?
Many thought Alaska was remote and barren and had little or no value.
Alaska proved valuable after gold was discovered there in 1898, sparking a , and it later became a critical base for US military and trade operations.
Alaska proved valuable after gold was discovered there in 1898, sparking a gold rush, and it later became a critical base for US military and trade operations.
Why were Americans interested in Hawaii?
Americans had a strong presence in Hawaii's sugar industry, and it was a strong location for naval bases.
Who overthrew Queen Liliuokalani?
A group of American and European settlers, backed by US business interests, overthrew her.
True or False?
The US government restored Queen Liliuokalani to power after Native Hawaiians petitioned for her return.
False.
Native Hawaiians opposed annexation and petitioned for their Queen, but the US did not restore her because its economic and military interests took precedence.
What happened to the USS Maine on February 15, 1898?
It exploded in Havana Harbor, killing over 265 American sailors, and Spain was accused of the attack.
Why did American businesses want the US to intervene in Cuba?
Their investments in sugar plantations and trade were threatened by the instability of Cuba's fight for independence.
Define Platt Amendment.
The Platt Amendment gave the US the right to intervene in Cuba to protect its independence and American economic interests.
After the Spanish-American War, the United States paid Spain $20 million to annex the .
After the Spanish-American War, the United States paid Spain $20 million to annex the Philippines.
Who was Emilio Aguinaldo?
Emilio Aguinaldo was a Filipino nationalist who first fought alongside US forces against Spain, then led resistance against American annexation.
What was the outcome of the Philippine-American War (1899-1902)?
The US won, and the Philippines became an American territory until it won independence in 1946.
Define yellow journalism.
Yellow journalism is writing that uses sensationalism, exploitation, and exaggeration to increase readership.
How did yellow journalism push the US toward war with Spain?
It exaggerated Spanish actions against Cubans, turning public opinion toward demanding war.
Which two newspaper publishers were leading figures in yellow journalism?
The leading figures in yellow journalism were Joseph Pulitzer, publisher of the New York World, and William Randolph Hearst.
How did Adolph Ochs oppose yellow journalism?
As publisher of the New York Times, Ochs refused to use it and stressed factual reporting.
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