They became wealthier by finding gold and sending it back to Europe
Here’s a link about why the US got involved in Cuba’s war, http://fcit.usf.edu/florida/lessons/s-a_war/s-a_war1.htm it goes over the basics and extra info (btw it’s a real link it’s not a fake one lol)
It provided safe and fast travel through the US should the Soviet Union attack or bomb.
-Not using big words you don't understand
-Simplifying things so you can remember them easier
-Maybe coming up with a parody of a song or even an abbreviation so you can remember something
-Organizing them in a way that makes sense to you
-Listing only what you need to know, not extra information
I hope this helps you!