How did Pericles create a democratic government? A) Limited who could be in government
B)Allowed all citizens to be in government
C) Allowed women and slaves to be in government
D) Let no one be in government

Why did many americans want the united states to cuba gain independence from spain? cuba was rich in natural resources, including gold and oil. cuba would provide access to the pacific ocean through a narrow strait. the united states had strong economic ties to cuba. the majority of cubans expressed interest in becom ing a us state.