Question

Which of the following was a result of the Spanish-American War? Check all that apply.

The United States gained territory in Asia.
The United States became a world power.
Puerto Rico became a US territory.
The United States annexed Cuba.

Answer 1

your answers would be:

A) The United States gained territory in Asia.

B) The United States became a world power.

C) Puerto Rico became a US territory.

Answer 2

As a result of the Spanish-American War:

-The United States gained territory in Asia.

-The United States became a world power.

-Puerto Rico became a US territory.

Peace in the Spanish-American War was obtained through the Treaty of Paris of December 10, 1898, in which the independence of Cuba was agreed, which was finalized in 1902; and the transfer by Spain of the Philippines and Guam, in the Pacific Ocean, and Puerto Rico, in the Caribbean, to the United States.

As a result of its territorial acquisitions, and of the victory over a colonial power, the United States became an influential power in the international context.