1. 5a: Reasons for the Spanish American War
Protection of American business interests in Cuba

2. 5a: Reasons for the Spanish American War
American support of Cuban rebels to gain independence from Spain

3. 5a: Reasons for the Spanish American War
Rising tensions between Spain and the United States as a result of the sinking of the USS Maine in Havana Harbor

4. 5a: Reasons for the Spanish American War
Exaggerated news reports of events (yellow journalism)

5. 5a: Results of the Spanish American War
The United States emerged as a world power.

6. 5a: Results of the Spanish American War
Cuba gained independence from Spain.

7. 5a: Results of the Spanish American War
The United States gained possession of the Philippines, Guam, and Puerto Rico.