Why was acquiring Guam important for the United States in the Spanish-American War?
Acquiring Guam allowed the United States to have a naval base in the Pacific.
Acquiring Guam allowed the United States to export Guam’s raw materials.
Acquiring Guam allowed the United States to sell goods to the people of Guam.
Acquiring Guam gave the United States fishing rights in the Pacific Ocean.

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Why was acquiring Guam important for the United States in the Spanish-American War?
Acquiring Guam allowed the United States to have a naval base in the Pacific.
Acquiring Guam allowed the United States to export Guam’s raw materials.
Acquiring Guam allowed the United States to sell goods to the people of Guam.
Acquiring Guam gave the United States fishing rights in the Pacific Ocean.