Question

In the 189os, the main goal of those who

supported United States imperialism was to
(1) bring self-government to areas under United
States control
(2) obtain overseas markets and naval bases
(3) defend against attacks by enemy nations
(4) spread democracy to Africa and Latin
America

Answer 1

In the 189os, the main goal of those who supported United States imperialism was to "(2) obtain overseas markets and naval bases". There was very little altruism involved.