Which of the following was NOT an argument that was used in support of U.S. annexation of the Philippines?
A. It was the duty of the United States, or the "white man's burden," to civilize and modernize the "backward" peoples of the world.
B. It would allow Filipinos to more easily become American citizens.
C. If the United States abandoned the Philippines it would be taken over by the British, Germans, or some other colonial rival.
D. Because of its many islands and diverse population, the Filipinos were not capable of forging a united, independent nation-state and needed the United States maintain stability.
Answer: B
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