5 Questions
What was the primary reason for the USS Maine to be sent to Cuba?
To protect the lives and property of Americans living in Cuba
What event led to the shift in US opinion towards war with Spain?
The sinking of the USS Maine
Who was blamed for the explosion of the USS Maine?
The Spanish
What was the reaction of Assistant Secretary of the Navy Theodore Roosevelt to the sinking of the USS Maine?
Quickly accepted the assessment that blamed the Spanish
Who expressed doubt about the assessment blaming the Spanish for the sinking of the USS Maine?
Captain Sigsbee
Test your knowledge of the USS Maine and its role in the lead-up to the Spanish-American War with this insightful quiz. Delve into the events surrounding the sinking of the USS Maine and its impact on US public opinion and involvement in the Cuban War of Independence.
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