By the end of World War II , many Westerners believed that people had the right to self-determination and self-government. Many Western imperial nations no longer had the enthusiasm or resources to rule faraway colonies. What did this lead to?

How did the spanish-american war affect american expansionism? a.) america took control of hawaii, cuba, and the pacific islands of guam. b.) america took possession of cuba and the philippines. c.) america gained control of puerto rico and hawaii. d.) america gained control of cuba, puerto rico, the pacific island of guam and the philippines.