USA HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -Representatives of Spain and the United States signed a peace treaty in Paris on December 10, 1898, which established the independence of Cuba, ceded Puerto Rico and Guam to the United States, and allowed the victorious power to purchase the Philippines Islands from Spain for $20 million.

Detailed explanation-2: -Following the war, the U.S. gained the Philippines, Guam, Cuba, Puerto Rico, and assured that Hawaii would also remain in its control. With coaling stations in all of these locations, the U.S. extended its navy’s range worldwide. This was something few countries in the world could claim.

Detailed explanation-3: -The Treaty of Paris ending the Spanish-American War was signed on December 10, 1898. In it, Spain renounced all claim to Cuba, ceded Guam and Puerto Rico to the United States and transferred sovereignty over the Philippines to the United States for $20 million.

Detailed explanation-4: -Which of the following was the reason for U.S. control over Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Philippines? Control of strategic gateways from which to project American naval and commercial power.

Detailed explanation-5: -Answer and Explanation: Acquiring Guam was important to the United States because it gave the country further access to the Pacific. It eventually became an important American naval base, and helped the US maintain control of the Philippines.