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What event prompted President Wilson to take the U.S. into the war against Germany and Austria-Hungary?
What event prompted President Wilson to take the U.S. into the war against Germany and Austria-Hungary?
- The British capturing a secret German telegram
- The U.S. uncovering Germany's unrestricted submarine warfare
- The American people's anger towards the British
- The interception and public release of a German offer to Mexico (correct)
What effect did America's entry into the war have on the overall conflict?
What effect did America's entry into the war have on the overall conflict?
- It caused a stalemate in the war
- It led to an immediate end of the war
- It had no noticeable impact on the war
- It provided a significant boost to the political leaders and soldiers of the Allies (correct)
What was the primary concern of the French and the British before America's commitment to the war?
What was the primary concern of the French and the British before America's commitment to the war?
- They were worried about Russia dropping out of the war
- They were concerned about America's reluctance to join the war
- They feared defeat and believed the war was stalemated (correct)
- They were struggling with a shortage of men and resources
What was the consequence of America entering the war while Russia was dropping out?
What was the consequence of America entering the war while Russia was dropping out?
How did America's involvement in World War I position the country on the global stage?
How did America's involvement in World War I position the country on the global stage?
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