They wonted slavery so they kind of went to war
Southerners wanted to develop industry because they relied on the North for their industry, but since they were in a war the North was not giving them anything.
Answer:
It became a world power.
Explanation:
As a result of Spanish-American war, United States came up victorious and obtain control over 3 important territories: Cuba, Puerto Rico, and Philippines.
All three resources possess natural resources that United States can use to enhance their economic productivity. On top of that , they serve as international base that help United States build relationship with other countries. Puerto Rico and Cuba helped US develop trade relationships with the people in Latin America and Philippines helped US develop the relationship with South Asian Countries.
