In General Wheelers own words, "this terrible catastrophe [sinking of the Maine] though not the cause of the outbreak of hostilities, certainly hastened the action of Congress in its declaration of war against Spain." According to Wheeler the Spains actions in Cuba were already leading to war between Spain and the US. The sinking of the Maine was the final straw that decided the congress to vote for war. But war would have come without the sinking of the Maine.
I am in AP European History and I remember this being B; corruption among Catholic clergy
The Chinese armed forces had been removed from the city.
The most important role of election officials is to make sure that <em>an election is conducted in proper and orderly manner</em>.
Elections officials may be members of a political party or non-partisan. They have many different duties, some of which include : signing in registered voters, explaining voting procedure, providing ballots, assisting the handicapped and helping the voters with any occurring questions. They are chosen by county officials, boards of elections or city officials. In California it is possible for students to work as election officials, provided their academic achievements are high and they undergo a proper training.