Question

Which statement best describes the controversy between imperials such as beveridge and anti imperialists over the terms of the treaty of paris in 1899

Answer 1

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They disagreed over the annexation of Cuba. They disagreed over the annexation of Hawaii. They disagreed over the acquisition of the Philippines. They disagreed over the purchase of Puerto Rico and Guam.

Answer:

They disagreed over the acquisition of the Philippines

Explanation:

The controversy arose over the acquisition of the Philippines. This is because the Republicans wanted to acquire the Philippines, but the Democrats believed that this would not be necessary and would not bring government benefits, but would make the USA an imperialist government, similar to the British government that the USA fought against. Republicans, on the other hand, insisted on the acquisition, as they believed that the Philippines could provide raw materials for American industry and that the US could help the Philippines financially.