USA-Philippines Relations Quiz

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Why did the USA gain possession of the Philippines, Puerto Rico, and Guam according to the text?

To expand its colonial empire in Asia

To support the independence movements in these countries

As a result of the Treaty of Paris that ended the Spanish-American war (correct)

To establish military bases in the Pacific region

What was Jules-Martin Cambon's role in the peace negotiations between Spain and the United States?

He represented Spain in the negotiations

He was an active participant and contributor to the final agreement, the Treaty of Paris of 1898 (correct)

He mediated between the USA and the Philippines

He advocated for the complete independence of Cuba

What event led to the signing of the Treaty of Paris in 1898?

The Mexican-American war

The Cuban War of Independence

The Philippine Revolution

The Spanish-American war (correct)

Why was the USA called the 'Savior' according to the text?

For saving the world from war by ending the Spanish-American war Signup and view all the answers

What did the USA gain from the Treaty of Paris of 1898?

Possession of the Philippines, Puerto Rico, and Guam Signup and view all the answers

What was the main outcome of the Treaty of Paris of 1898?

Cuba gained independence from Spain, and the USA gained possession of the Philippines, Puerto Rico, and Guam Signup and view all the answers

What was Jules-Martin Cambon's role in the peace negotiations between Spain and the United States?

He was an active participant in the peace negotiations and contributed to the final agreement, the Treaty of Paris of 1898 Signup and view all the answers

Why was the USA interested in the Philippines according to the text?

To gain possession of a strategic location in the Pacific Signup and view all the answers

What led to the signing of the Treaty of Paris in 1898?

The Spanish-American war Signup and view all the answers

Why was Jules-Martin Cambon referred to as a 'Savior' according to the text?

Because he played a significant role in the peace negotiations that ended the Spanish-American war Signup and view all the answers

What was the main outcome of the Treaty of Paris of 1898?

Cuba gained independence from Spain Signup and view all the answers

Why was the USA called the 'Savior' according to the text?

For ending the Spanish-American war Signup and view all the answers

What was Jules-Martin Cambon's role in the peace negotiations between Spain and the United States?

He was a key mediator in the peace talks Signup and view all the answers

What did the USA gain from the Treaty of Paris of 1898?

Possession of the Philippines, Puerto Rico, and Guam Signup and view all the answers

Why was the USA interested in the Philippines according to the text?

To gain strategic military presence in the Pacific Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Spanish-American War and Treaty of Paris

The USA gained possession of the Philippines, Puerto Rico, and Guam as a result of the Spanish-American War.
Jules-Martin Cambon, the French ambassador, played a key role in the peace negotiations between Spain and the United States, facilitating the Treaty of Paris in 1898.
The sinking of the USS Maine in Havana Harbor led to the signing of the Treaty of Paris in 1898.
The USA was called the 'Savior' because it liberated Cuba from Spanish rule.
The Treaty of Paris of 1898 granted the USA control over the Philippines, Puerto Rico, and Guam.
The main outcome of the Treaty of Paris of 1898 was the emergence of the USA as a global power, with the acquisition of new territories.
The USA was interested in the Philippines due to its strategic location and potential for economic growth.

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Explore the USA's interest in the Philippines and the significance of the Treaty of Paris and Protocol of Peace in this quiz. Test your knowledge of Philippine history with a focus on the relationship between the USA and the Philippines, and gain insights into key historical events.