US Involvement in World War I
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What was the primary reason the American public did not support the United States entering World War I?

  • They had strong alliances with the Central Powers.
  • They wanted to prove military might.
  • They believed it was a European conflict. (correct)
  • They supported the Moral Diplomacy advocated by President Wilson.

    • Why did the United States declare neutrality under the Neutrality Act of 1914?

  • To avoid getting involved in European conflicts. (correct)
  • To showcase military superiority.
  • To align with the Allies.
  • To support the Central Powers.

    • What was President Woodrow Wilson's approach, known as Moral Diplomacy, towards conflicts?

  • It promoted aggressive military tactics.
  • It involved forming alliances for military interventions.
  • It emphasized diplomatic solutions over military actions. (correct)
  • It focused on isolating the country diplomatically.

    • How did the National Defense Act passed in June 1916 impact the United States' military readiness for World War I?

    <p>It increased military strength and approved warship construction.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why was it challenging for the United States to remain neutral during the early years of WWI?

    <p>The country's military was smaller compared to European armies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did the United States enter World War I?

    <p>To fight for democracy and freedom for all people</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the purpose of Liberty Bonds during World War I?

    <p>To raise funds quickly for the military</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who advocated for Black Americans to join the military during World War I?

    <p>W.E.B. DuBois</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What event led to the United States declaring war on Germany?

    <p>The sinking of the Lusitania</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What practice by Germany contributed to strained relations with the United States during World War I?

    <p>Conducting unrestricted submarine warfare</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the initial reaction of the Allies to Germany's actions in Belgium?

    <p>They labeled them as atrocities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the Allies depict the Germans in their propaganda?

    <p>As brutal killers and rapists.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the purpose of the Zimmerman Telegram sent by Germany to Mexico?

    <p>To form an alliance with Mexico against the United States.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the interception of the Zimmerman Telegram affect the American public's sentiment towards Germany?

    <p>It outraged the already anti-German public.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the impact of the United States' entry into World War I?

    <p>It dramatically changed the course of the war in favor of the Allies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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