United States Entry into World War I

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Why did the sinking of British ships, like the RMS Lusitania, push the U.S. to the brink of war?

  • It angered the American public. (correct)
  • It increased sympathy towards Germany.
  • It strengthened U.S. neutrality.
  • It had no impact on U.S. sentiment.

What factor made it almost impossible for the U.S. to remain neutral during World War I?

  • Isolation from Europe
  • Lack of sympathy towards Britain
  • Growing industry in the U.S.
  • Ethnic diversity in the U.S. (correct)

What event finally led the U.S. to declare war in April 1917?

  • The Zimmermann Note (correct)
  • The Treaty of Versailles
  • The sinking of the Titanic
  • The signing of a peace treaty

What was the key reason for the U.S. wanting to stay neutral in World War I?

<p>National heritage and ethnic diversity (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did the sinking of British ships impact U.S. sentiment towards entering World War I?

<p>Pushed towards war with Germany (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why did the U.S. find it hard to pick sides in World War I?

<p>Ethnic diversity and national heritage (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of the U.S.'s situation during World War I made involvement seem unnecessary?

<p>Growing industry (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why did the United States get involved in WWI, despite President Woodrow Wilson's initial stance on neutrality?

<p>Financial interests in supporting the Allied Powers. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role did the sinking of the Lusitania play in the United States' decision to enter WWI?

<p>It created outrage in the U.S. due to American casualties on board. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of the Zimmermann Note sent by Germany during WWI?

<p>To encourage Mexico to declare war on the United States. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which country did Germany attempt to ally with against the United States, as revealed in the Zimmermann Note?

<p>Mexico (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did common bonds between the United States and England influence American public opinion during WWI?

<p>Affected perceptions due to shared language and culture. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What significant impact did financial reasons have on the United States' decision to support the Allied Powers in WWI?

<p>Significantly increased America's investment in supporting the Allies. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did Germany's use of submarines differ in WWI compared to earlier conflicts involving submarines?

<p>Germany targeted civilian vessels without rescuing passengers. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which event served as a 'rallying cry' for the United States to join WWI?

<p>'Remember the Lusitania!' (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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