Spanish American War

Practice Test Questions on the Spanish-American War

  1. What year did the Spanish-American War begin?

    • A) 1895

    • B) 1898

    • C) 1900

    • D) 1901

  2. Which territory was NOT acquired by the United States as a result of the war?

    • A) Puerto Rico

    • B) Guam

    • C) Cuba

    • D) Philippines

  3. What was the main cause of the Spanish American War?

    • A) Economic interests

    • B) Humanitarian concerns

    • C) Yellow journalism

    • D) All of the above

  4. Who was the U.S. Navy commander known for his victory at the Battle of Manila Bay?

    • A) William McKinley

    • B) Theodore Roosevelt

    • C) George Dewey

    • D) John Pershing

Answer Key

  1. B) 1898

  2. C) Cuba

  3. D) All of the above

  4. C) George Dewey