Question

graphic organizer

	examples of yellow journalism	how could this document make citizens want to go to war with spain?
source 1	the journal offer $50,000 reward for the conviction of the criminals	making citizens see intervention as a moral necessity against brutal oppressors.
source 2	maine explosion caused by bomb or torpedo.	this would make citizens want war by framing the explosion as an intentional hostile act by spain.
source 3
source 4

focus question 1: why would these newspapers print these headlines without evidence? give two reasons.

Explanation:

1. Reason 1: Yellow journalism prioritized increasing newspaper circulation and profits over factual accuracy. Sensational, unsubstantiated headlines attracted more readers, boosting sales and advertising revenue.
2. Reason 2: Many newspapers aligned with political interests that pushed for U.S. intervention in Cuba against Spain. Publishing unproven claims helped shape public opinion in favor of war, advancing these political agendas.

Answer:

1. To increase newspaper circulation and profits through sensationalist content that attracted more readers.
2. To advance pro-war political agendas by shaping public opinion to support U.S. intervention against Spain.