Which of the following statements about the American acquisition of Puerto Rico is true?
A) The Foraker Act of 1900 eliminated the island's government.
B) Puerto Rico was denied the right to have an elected legislature.
C) Puerto Rico had little strategic value for the United States.
D) The Jones Act of 1917 made residents of Puerto Rico U.S.citizens.
E) Puerto Rico became a U.S.state.
Correct Answer:
Verified
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