Study the cartoon published in 1898 in support of US expansionism.

An eagle with its wings spread over the United notes under the year 1898. The poster reads, "Ten thousand miles from tip to tip. Philadelphia Press."

What is the significance of the eagle’s stance?
The eagle represents the willingness of the United States to use force to protect its territories.
The eagle shows that the United States has expanded enough.
The eagle represents the threat the United States poses to other countries.
The eagle shows that United States values freedom and liberty.

The eagle shows that the United States values freedom and liberty.

Explanation:

The coat of arms of the United States of America has been in use since 1782. The eagle slides on the front of the coat of arms. An eagle in its beak holds a white ribbon with the US motto, and in its canines, thirteen arrows and an olive branch as a symbol of peace. Since democracy is based on the fundamental principles of freedom and peace, the symbol of the united states is alluding to it.

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