Question

what can be said about the united states as an emerging presence in the global marketplace in 1898, following its acquisition of territories from spain? select the image to enlarge. correct answer(s) drag appropriate answer(s) here the united states would be better able to trade with central and latin america. the new territories would leave u.s. relations with europe largely unaffected. the united states had become an imperial power. the new territories would be of benefit to the united states in its relations with china.

Explanation:

1. "The United States had become an imperial power": Acquiring territories from Spain (like Philippines, Guam, Puerto Rico, Hawaii) marked the US as an imperial power, extending its influence overseas.
2. "The United States would be better able to trade with Central and Latin America": New territories (e.g., Puerto Rico) in the Caribbean/Latin America region improved access for trade with Central and Latin American nations.
3. "The new territories would be of benefit to the United States in its relations with China": Territories like Philippines (in Asia) gave the US a foothold in Asia, aiding trade and diplomacy with China.
4. "The new territories would leave U.S. relations with Europe largely unaffected": The US acquiring Spanish territories was more about its own expansion in the Americas and Asia, not directly altering its European relations significantly.

Answer:

The United States had become an imperial power.
The United States would be better able to trade with Central and Latin America.
The new territories would be of benefit to the United States in its relations with China.
The new territories would leave U.S. relations with Europe largely unaffected.