The controversial Spanish-American and Filipino-American wars launched the United States into the world of imperialism. After the Spanish-American War, President William McKinley faced a difficult choice of whether to annex the Philippines and take on the roles and responsibilities of an imperialist power or give it its independence. After great consternation, McKinley decided to annex the Philippines, forever changing the role of the United States in the world. If you were in McKinley’s position, what would you have done? Would you have annexed the Philippines? Why or why not? First, make a list of pro and con arguments about this question. You will use that list to support the decision you would make.

Arguments in Favor of AnnexationArguments Against Annexation

1The United States could use the Philippines for naval and air bases in Asia.

It would mean stifling the right to self-governance in the Philippines.

2The United States could get access to agricultural products and other raw materials that are not available in the United States.It would involve a shift in American ideologies which had been supporting liberty.

3The United States could facilitate trade with Asia.It would involve forcing American ways and ideas on peoples who may be reluctant to adopt them.

4The United States could help in education, the governmental system, and instill ideals of democracy in the Philippines.It could result in revolt and unrest and possibly, a war.

5It would prevent other imperialist nations from annexing and taking undue advantage of the Philippines.Arguments in Favor of AnnexationArguments Against Annexation

1The United States could use the Philippines for naval and air bases in Asia.

It would mean stifling the right to self-governance in the Philippines.

2The United States could get access to agricultural products and other raw materials that are not available in the United States.It would involve a shift in American ideologies which had been supporting liberty.

3The United States could facilitate trade with Asia.It would involve forcing American ways and ideas on peoples who may be reluctant to adopt them.

4The United States could help in education, the governmental system, and instill ideals of democracy in the Philippines.It could result in revolt and unrest and possibly, a war.

5It would prevent other imperialist nations from annexing and taking undue advantage of the Philippines.

Explanation:

the correct answer is d. in john paston's letter written friday, 14, 1476, he expresses his fear that he may have to go to war.

indeed, although the black death was ravaging europe, the pastons were relatively safe from it due to their social status as they were part of the landed gentry. it is clear that the vast majority of the victims of the pandemic were the poor. the reason why he is weary of having to go to war is because at the particular time england was also devastated by the war of the roses and paston, being a courtesan was inevitably involved.