Multiple choice

What was one result of the U.S.' involvement in Cuba during the Spanish-American War?

  1. Cuba gained independence - became key player in North American politics

  2. American influence in the region led to increase in Cuban economy

  3. Cuba was left destroyed - forcing them into massive debt

  4. American insistence that Cuba be under U.S. influence led to resentment
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The Platt Amendment and subsequent U.S. interventions in Cuba created a relationship defined by U.S. oversight, which caused significant resentment among the Cuban population.

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