Question

this edition of the new york journal, from february 17, 1898, focuses on the sinking of the uss maine. according to the headlines in this newspaper, the destruction of the maine resulted from an accident by a crew member of the ship. poor navigation by the ships captain. a deliberate move by attackers. raiders looking for $50,000.

Explanation:

The New York Journal headline "DESTRUCTION OF THE WAR SHIP MAINE WAS THE WORK OF AN ENEMY" indicates that the newspaper believed the destruction was a deliberate move by attackers.

Answer:

C. a deliberate move by attackers