Question

Which debate almost prevented the Treaty of Paris from being ratified?

Answer 1

Answer:

The debate about granting the Philippines independence almost prevented the Treaty of Paris from being ratified.

Explanation:

• Amidst the engagements being carried out for the accomplishment of the 'Treaty of Paris', the Congress was deliberately discussing over the issue of granting the Philippines independence.

• There was a hot debate going on as the 'Treaty of Paris' included certain clauses that pertained to the US government paying $20 million to Spain for ceding the Philippines to US.

• If the United States would have paid Spain the predetermined amount of compensation, granting 'independence to the Philippines' would have become more difficult.