How did Puerto Rico become a territory of the United States?

a. The United States gained control over Puerto Rico as a result of the Spanish-American War.
b. The United States gained control over Puerto Rico as a result of the Mexican- American War.
c. Puerto Rico requested the U.S. to take control of them in order to avoid being controlled by the Spanish government.
d. Puerto Rico was originally discovered by Columbus and he claimed the land for the colonies.


A Correct Answer: The United States gained control over Puerto Rico as a result of the Spanish-American War.
Feedback for Correct Answer: In 1897, the Spanish government agreed to give Puerto Rico more autonomy, but the Spanish-American war made Puerto Rico a U.S. possession.

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