Asked by Amelia Mcinnis on May 09, 2024
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The United States declaration of war on Spain in 1898 _____________________.
A) was the result of Spain's refusal to respond to diplomatic proposals from the United States
B) came after Spain made some diplomatic concessions to the United States
C) came after Spain stepped up its reconcentration policy
D) was the result of Spain's rejection of an offer from the United States to buy Cuba
Spanish-American War
A conflict between the United States and Spain in 1898, resulting from American intervention in the Cuban War of Independence.
Diplomatic Proposals
Suggestions or plans made in the interest of promoting or achieving international peace and cooperation between countries.
Reconcentration Policy
A strategy used by the Spanish military in Cuba during the late 19th century to combat the Cuban independence movement by forcibly relocating rural populations into concentration camps.
- Understand the reasons behind the sinking of the Maine and its consequences on the Spanish-American War.
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RJ
rylee jensenMay 14, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The United States declaration of war on Spain in 1898 did indeed come after Spain made some diplomatic concessions to the United States, but these concessions were not enough to prevent the war. Spain attempted to address some of the concerns raised by the United States regarding its treatment of Cuba, but the sinking of the USS Maine in Havana Harbor and the U.S. public's demand for action against Spain ultimately led to the declaration of war.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the reasons behind the sinking of the Maine and its consequences on the Spanish-American War.