American Neutrality in World War One
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What was the triggering event that led the United States to declare war on Germany?

  • The return of Mexican lands lost to the U.S. in the 19th century
  • Germany's decision to revive unrestricted submarine warfare (correct)
  • America's sympathy towards the war
  • Germany's attempt to recruit Mexico to join the war

    • What slogan did Woodrow Wilson use during his re-election campaign in 1916?

  • America: A nation of immigrants
  • Avoiding foreign entanglements
  • Neutrality means sympathy
  • He kept us out of war (correct)

    • What did American neutrality during World War I imply?

  • It indicated support for the German war aims
  • It was a sign of disinterest in European affairs
  • It meant avoiding any involvement in the war
  • It did not mean indifference or apathy (correct)

    • Why were American politicians initially hesitant to get involved in World War I?

    <p>They were petrified of being drawn into a foreign war</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What event prompted the United States to enter the war against Germany and Austria-Hungary?

    <p>The interception of a telegram from Germany to Mexico</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What impact did the American commitment have on the Allies?

    <p>It provided the men, material, and resources that the Allies desperately needed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role did the interception of the telegram play in the lead-up to the U.S. entry into the war?

    <p>It fueled public anger and contributed to the decision to enter the war</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did America's involvement in World War I impact its global standing?

    <p>It positioned the U.S. as one of the world powers for the rest of the century</p> Signup and view all the answers

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