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Before World War I, most Americans supported involvement in overseas wars.
Before World War I, most Americans supported involvement in overseas wars.
False
The United States joined the allies in World War I immediately after the war began.
The United States joined the allies in World War I immediately after the war began.
False
The Zimmerman Note was a message from Germany to Canada asking to attack the United States.
The Zimmerman Note was a message from Germany to Canada asking to attack the United States.
False
Liberty Bonds were issued by the US government as a form of taxation during World War I.
Liberty Bonds were issued by the US government as a form of taxation during World War I.
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President Wilson’s plan for peace after World War I included a program known as the fourteen points.
President Wilson’s plan for peace after World War I included a program known as the fourteen points.
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Study Notes
Pre-WWI American Sentiment
- Americans largely favored isolationism, opposing overseas war involvement before WWI.
US Entry into WWI
- The US remained neutral for three years before declaring war on Germany in 1917, aligning with the Allies.
German Actions Provoking US Entry
- Germany employed U-boats (submarines) to attack enemy and neutral ships, escalating tensions with the US.
- Germany sent the Zimmerman Note to Mexico, proposing an alliance against the US.
US Involvement & Response
- The US government implemented the Selective Service Act to draft soldiers.
- Liberty Bonds were sold to finance the war effort.
- The US government suppressed anti-war speech, restricting freedom of expression.
Post-War Plans and Outcomes
- President Wilson proposed the Fourteen Points for post-war peace.
- The Treaty of Versailles concluded WWI and held Germany responsible, proposing punitive measures.
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Description
This quiz explores the complex factors leading to the United States' entry into World War I, including American isolationism and German provocations. It also examines the impact of war measures, post-war plans, and the Treaty of Versailles. Test your knowledge on this pivotal era in American history!
