Question

Why did United States Navy Commodore Geogre Dewey lead an attack on ships in the Manila Bay during the Spanish-American War?
a. Manila Bay was ruled by Spain, and the ships belonged to the Spanish.
b. The United States used the war to take over other territories.
c. Dewey wanted to attack Spain and gain control over Cuba.
d. The Philippines joined the war in support of Spain.

Answer 1

He was ordered to attack. The United States and Spain were at war and the Spanish Navy's Philippine Squadron was based in manila. Dewey sought out the enemy and destroyed it.

Answer 2

So would it be A or C?

Answer 3

A.

Answer 4

A.

Answer 5

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Answer 6

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Answer 7

No problem