PLZ HELP ME Does allowing the states to have their own laws on issues like gun ownership and the deathpenalty give Americans more democratic freedom?

How did the spanish-american war affect american expansionism? a.) america took control of hawaii, cuba, and the pacific islands of guam. b.) america took possession of cuba and the philippines. c.) america gained control of puerto rico and hawaii. d.) america gained control of cuba, puerto rico, the pacific island of guam and the philippines.