The Spanish-American War and US Expansion

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What role did Theodore Roosevelt play in the Spanish-American War?

Theodore Roosevelt played a leadership role in the Spanish-American War.

How did Theodore Roosevelt become President of the United States?

Theodore Roosevelt became President after President William McKinley was shot and killed.

What was the focus of the Spanish government after the Spanish-American War?

The focus of the Spanish government returned to mainland Spain.

How did the Spanish government's focus on domestic issues benefit them?

<p>The focus on domestic issues allowed Spain to flourish and prepare for challenges in Europe.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did the United States gain control over as a result of the Spanish-American War?

<p>The United States gained control over the Philippines.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did the Filipinos believe would happen if they aided the United States?

<p>The Filipinos believed they would be granted independence.</p> Signup and view all the answers

When did the Filipinos begin fighting the United States for their independence?

<p>The Filipinos began fighting the United States for their independence soon after the end of the Spanish-American War.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How long did the Filipinos fight the United States for their independence?

<p>The Filipinos fought the United States for their independence from February 1899 to July 1901.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Did the Filipinos achieve their independence?

<p>Yes, the Filipinos did achieve their independence.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the consequence of the fight for Filipino independence?

<p>The fight for Filipino independence resulted in many casualties on both sides.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Roosevelt's role in Spanish-American War

Theodore Roosevelt played a leadership role in the Spanish-American War.

Roosevelt's Presidency

Roosevelt became President after McKinley's assassination.

Spanish focus after war

Spain's focus shifted to domestic issues.

US acquisition after the war

The US gained control of the Philippines.

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Filipino belief in assisting the US

Filipinos anticipated independence in exchange for supporting the US.

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Philippine-American War start

The conflict for Filipino independence started near the end of the Spanish-American War.

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Philippine-American War duration

The war for Filipino independence lasted from 1899 to 1901.

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Filipino independence outcome

The Filipinos eventually gained independence.

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Consequences of Filipino war

Heavy casualties for both sides resulted from the fight for independence.

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Spanish government focus

Following the war, Spain focused on its interior issues.

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