Question

What was the reason for going to war with Spain in 1898?

A. to liberate the revolutionaries in Spain.
B. the sinking of the U.S.S. Maine near Cuba.
C. To keep china from taking control of the Philippines.
D. To obtain access to the black tea crops in Cuba.

Answer 1

B.

Step-by-step explanation:

The sinking of the U.S.S Maine in Havana, Cuba on February 15th, 1898. This also contributed to yellow journalism.