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Question 3 of 10

The Spanish-American War began shortly after:
OA. the USS Maine exploded in Havana Harbor.
OB. Cuba received its independence from Spain.
OC. the United States invaded the island of Guam.
OD. a hostile U.S. visit from the Spanish ambassador.
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Answer 1

a) the USS Maine exploded in Havana Harbor

Step-by-step explanation:

when the uss Maine exploded, many people blamed Spain for it, because of recent tensions, and America would declare war on Spain