Ferrer describes how Cuban leaders have historically had to balance between American imperial interests and what they believe is best for Cubans. Select two Cuban leaders from history and compare and contrast their approach to this challenge.

Ferrer claims that Cuban history is a “mirror” for the history of the United States. Explain your understanding of this claim. What does the image of a “mirror” imply about the connection between the US and Cuba?

Drawing on what you have learned about US-Cuban relations from Cuba: An American History, describe how you think this relationship might change—or not—in the next five or 10 years.