Question

question 8 (multiple choice worth 5 points) (3.02r mc) which statement describes public opinion in the united states before and during the spanish - american war? the majority of americans viewed the war as an unnecessary conflict. most americans opposed the war due to concerns about imperialism most americans favored the war due to sensationalized media coverage. the majority of americans believed the war was necessary for national security

Explanation:

Before and during the Spanish-American War, sensationalized "yellow journalism" (from outlets like William Randolph Hearst's papers) heavily influenced public opinion. This coverage exaggerated Spanish atrocities in Cuba, stoking widespread pro-war sentiment among most Americans. The other options are incorrect: most did not see it as unnecessary, opposition over imperialism was a minority view, and national security was not the primary public driver of support.

Answer:

Most Americans favored the war due to sensationalized media coverage