1. The _____________ in 1898 marked a turning point in American history, leading to both victory and controversy. Following the war, the United States acquired territories such as ______________. However, this territorial expansion raised questions about American imperialism and the nation's role on the global stage. The war in the Philippines, particularly the brutal conflict that ensued as the U.S. sought to establish control, intensified the debate over imperialism. ______________, with exaggerated and often sensationalized stories, played a significant role in shaping public opinion and influencing the debate on whether American expansionism was justifiable or a form of imperialism.

Question

A) Spanish-American War
B) War in the Philippines
C) Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Philippines
D) Texas, Alaska, and Hawaii
E) Muckraking
F) Yellow journalism

Answer 1

1. The A) Spanish-American War in 1898 marked a turning point in American history, leading to both victory and controversy. Following the war, the United States acquired territories such as C) Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Philippines. However, this territorial expansion raised questions about American imperialism and the nation's role on the global stage. The war in the Philippines, particularly the brutal conflict that ensued as the U.S. sought to establish control, intensified the debate over imperialism. F) Yellow journalism, with exaggerated and often sensationalized stories, played a significant role in shaping public opinion and influencing the debate on whether American expansionism was justifiable or a form of imperialism.