How did the Yellow Press affect American sentiment toward the crisis in Cuba?

A. It improved understanding between the United States and Spain.

B. It encouraged a peaceful resolution between Spain and Cuba.

C. It angered the United States by criticizing Cuban rebels.

D. It fueled American jingoism and anger toward Spain.

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31 March, 01:18

How did the Yellow Press affect American sentiment toward the crisis in Cuba?

A. It improved understanding between the United States and Spain.

B. It encouraged a peaceful resolution between Spain and Cuba.

C. It angered the United States by criticizing Cuban rebels.

D. It fueled American jingoism and anger toward Spain.

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Lesly · Answer 1

Option D.

It fueled American jingoism and anger toward Spain

Explanation:

The Yellow Press is a term which refers to associated newspapers that present little or no legitimate well-researched news while instead using eye-catching headlines to gain traction and increase their sales.

The false news published during the Cuban crisis, exaggerated the atrocities committed by the Spanish army against the Cuban civilians. This fueled up the anger of Americans, causing them to join to fight against Spain during the Cuban war of independence.

Foley · Answer 2

D. It fueled American jingoism and anger toward Spain.

Explanation:

In 1897, the United States tried to convince the Spanish government to sell its remaining colonies. Spain refused and this led to Spain severing its diplomatic ties with the United States. The United States, therefore, became more interested in instigating a fight between the Spanish military and the Cuban colony. This was intended to justify the intervention of the United States. The yellow press contributed to this purpose by fabricating atrocities during the Cuban War of Independence.