Question
What did the Anti-Imperialist League oppose when it was formed in June of 1898?
A war with Mexico
B the Spanish-American War
C erection of the Panama Canal
D annexation of the Philippines
A war with Mexico
B the Spanish-American War
C erection of the Panama Canal
D annexation of the Philippines
Answers
GPT-4o mini
The Anti-Imperialist League, formed in June of 1898, primarily opposed **B** the Spanish-American War and **D** the annexation of the Philippines. The league was formed in response to the American expansionist policies that followed the war, particularly the acquisition of territories like the Philippines. Its members argued against imperialism and advocated for the principles of self-determination and anti-colonialism. Therefore, the best answer to the question regarding what the league opposed would be **D**, the annexation of the Philippines, as it was a significant point of contention for the league.