Why did the United States declare war against Spain in 1898?

Question

Select all correct answers.

Responses

American newspaper publishers pushed public opinion in favor of war.
American newspaper publishers pushed public opinion in favor of war.

José Martí led Spanish troops in an attack on Ybor City, Florida.
José Martí led Spanish troops in an attack on Ybor City, Florida.

Spanish authorities mistreated the people of Cuba.
Spanish authorities mistreated the people of Cuba.

The U.S.S. Maine blew up in Havana harbor.
The U.S.S. Maine blew up in Havana harbor.

Answer 1

The correct answers are:

1. American newspaper publishers pushed public opinion in favor of war.
2. Spanish authorities mistreated the people of Cuba.
3. The U.S.S. Maine blew up in Havana harbor.

The second option about José Martí is incorrect, as he was a Cuban revolutionary leader advocating for Cuba's independence, not leading attacks on Florida.