What did not contribute to the U.S. decision to go to war against Spain?

Question

Responses

the Spanish attack on Puerto Rico
the Spanish attack on Puerto Rico

the explosion on the battleship Maine
the explosion on the battleship Maine

the need to protect U.S. investments in Cuba

Answer 1

The Spanish attack on Puerto Rico did not directly contribute to the U.S. decision to go to war against Spain. The primary catalysts for the war included the explosion of the battleship Maine and the desire to protect U.S. investments and interests in Cuba.