The correct answer is A) The rebels were fighting for their independence because the United States did not give it to them. The Philippine's were in a constant struggle to gain independence after the Spanish stopped ruling the country. This led to the Philippine-American War, and even after both wars officially ended, some rebel groups continued to fight American soldiers. Many civilians died from starvation and disease in comparison to warfare deaths and English became the national language, instead of Spanish.
I believe the answer is A) doves. Hawks were for the war while doves were against it. I hope this helps.
The Star Spangled Banner was written during the defense of this place during the War of 1812. answer is Fort McHenry