Question

What was a primary reason the United States became a global power after the Spanish-American War?

(1 point)
Responses

The U.S. established trade with South America.
The U.S. established trade with South America.

The U.S. acquired significant overseas territories.
The U.S. acquired significant overseas territories.

The U.S. formed major alliances with Europe.
The U.S. formed major alliances with Europe.

The U.S. adopted a strict isolationist policy.
The U.S. adopted a strict isolationist policy.

Answer 1

The U.S. acquired significant overseas territories.

Explanation: After the Spanish–American War (1898) the United States gained control of territories such as Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Philippines, expanding its overseas presence and influence and helping it become a global power.