Question

In addition to the declaration of war on Spain. Congress also passed the Teller Amendment. which stated:

• A. The US would grant Cuba its independence if the US conquered it.
• B. The US would return any conquered territory back to Spain at the cessation of hostilities.
• C. An income tax would be instituted to pay for the war. but would be eliminated after the war was paid off.
• D. Businesses would be granted tax breaks if they produced goods for the war.
• E. The US would demand the resignation of the King of Spain and his replacement by a democratically-elected government if the US won the war.

Answer 1

The correct option is A The US would grant Cuba its independence if the US conquered it.

The US would grant Cuba its independence if the US conquered it.