Who won the election 1860 with a platform that supported a transcontinental railroad and opposed the spreads slavery.
a. james k. polk
b. john quincy adams
c. andrew jackson
d. abraham lincoln

The word “expires” tells the reader that paine believed the colonies’ separation from britain was inevitable. concerning. dangerous. fixable.

Define the word imperialism. what is your opinion: should the u.s. engage in imperialism? under what circumstances? offer a brief, effective argument against the opinion that you hold.

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.