4. Why did the Japanese not surrender in the war prior to dropping the atomic bombs? A. They thought they were winning the war at the time
B. Japan saw surrender as dishonorable and not an option
C. They wanted to retake islands they lost to the Allies
D. They did not think the U. S. could defeat them

Review the statement. after the spanish-american war, the united states gained control of samoa, guam, and puerto rico. which options most accurately analyze how this expansion transformed the united states? (select all that apply.) a. it prevented the united states from developing its economic might. b. it allowed the united states to establish a military presence abroad. c. it established its presence on the world stage as an imperial power. d. it led to an increase in tension between the united states and canada.