Which three territories did the U.S. acquire/gain influence over as a result of the Spanish-American War in 1898? explain in 9th grade level and explain in less than 4 sentences

Answer 1

After the Spanish-American War in 1898, the United States acquired three key territories: Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Philippines. These territories were gained through the Treaty of Paris, which ended the war. Puerto Rico and Guam became U.S. territories, while the Philippines was sold to the U.S. for $20 million, leading to further American influence in Asia. This marked a significant expansion of U.S. power beyond its continental borders.