AP World Historyeasymcq1 pt
The United States became an imperial power after the Spanish-American War by taking
A.the Philippines, Puerto Rico, and Guam
B.Cuba as a permanent colony
C.India and Egypt
D.Hawaii from Britain
Explanation
Core Concept
The 1898 war transferred Spain's island colonies to the United States.
Correct Answer
Athe Philippines, Puerto Rico, and Guam
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