Question

What was the purpose of the Foraker Act?

Answer 1

The Foraker Act established a civilian government in Puerto Rico shortly after it became an American territory.

Explanation:

The Foraker Act, Pub.L. 56–191, 31 Stat. 77, enacted April 12, 1900, officially known as the Organic Act of 1900, is a United States federal law that established civilian government on the island of Puerto Rico, shortly after it became a possession of the United States after the Spanish–American War. It also established that Puerto Ricans were also citizens of the United States.