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This Amendment set up the government of Puerto Rico (annexing from Spain), and marked the end of the Spanish-American War!
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What act declared Puerto Rico an unorganized territory?
Foraker Act
How did the Foraker Act benefit the US?
The Foraker Act benefited the US because it acquired a new territory from it, Puerto Rico. The Foraker Act was enacted in 1900.
Which agreement established a new government for Puerto Rico in 1900?
The Foraker Act
Under the Foraker act the US had to power to appoint Puerto Rico's?
Governor.
What pieces of legislation authorized a civil government in Puerto Rico and established it as a US territory?
The Foraker act/law
What did the foraker act mean for puerto rico-?
The Foraker Act (officially known as the Organic Act of 1900) was a significant piece of legislation passed by the United States Congress that established a civil government for Puerto Rico after it became a U.S. territory following the Spanish-American War in 1898.
The Foraker Act established a civil government and territorial status for what country?
Puerto Rico
How has the government of Puerto Rico changed since the Foraker Act was passed?
Since the Foraker Act was passed in 1900, Puerto Rico's government has undergone significant changes. The Foraker Act established a civilian government and limited self-governance, with a U.S.-appointed governor and a partly elected legislature. In 1952, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico was established, granting the island greater autonomy and allowing for a locally elected governor and legislative body. However, Puerto Rico's political status remains a topic of debate, with ongoing discussions about its relationship with the United States and potential statehood.
What made Puerto Rico an unincorporated territory?
The Foraker Act of 1900, it was passed after the United States won the Spanish American War and gained control of Puerto Rico from Spain.
What treaty gave the US control of Puerto Rico and Guam?
P.R. was the Foraker Act. Guam was the Treaty Of Paris.
What pieces of legislation authorized a civil governmaent in Puerto Rico and formally established it as a US territory?
Foraker Act
Why did many Puerto Ricans dislikes the Foraker Act?
The Foraker Act granted only partial citizenship to Puerto Ricans.
