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what role did american newspapers play after the sinking of the uss maine? 1 they urged Americans to wait for a full international investigation 2 they blamed Spain in sensational headlines increasing, public anger 3 they focused mainly on honoring the sailors who died 4 they argued the explosion was an accident caused by u.s negligence. which best supports part a 1 the article states that newspapers emphasized the need for diplomacy 2 the article describes the event as a "mysterious explosion" with unknown causes 3 the article explains that the "yellow press" blamed Spain in banner headlines and popularized the slogan "remember the main" 4 the article notes that navy inquiry occurred more than a month later

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Answer: 2 — they blamed Spain in sensational headlines, increasing public anger.

Best supporting choice: 3 — the article explains that the "yellow press" blamed Spain in banner headlines and popularized the slogan "Remember the Maine." This directly supports option 2.