Unlike britain, france, and russia, the united states

Does anyone know why the second great awakening occurred? (i need an answer asap because this is a question on my assignment! < 3 : ))

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.

Why did poland, hungary, and east germany join the warsaw pact? a)their people voted to join in free elections. b)their efforts to join nato failed. c)they wanted to stop the spread of communism in europe. d)they were soviet satellites that had little choice.