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What event significantly raised American outrage and contributed to the U.S. shifting towards involvement in the war?
What event significantly raised American outrage and contributed to the U.S. shifting towards involvement in the war?
Which of the following best describes the U.S. position prior to declaring war in 1917?
Which of the following best describes the U.S. position prior to declaring war in 1917?
What was the primary instigator that prompted the U.S. to finally declare war in April 1917?
What was the primary instigator that prompted the U.S. to finally declare war in April 1917?
What phrase became a rallying cry reflecting American outrage over British shipping incidents?
What phrase became a rallying cry reflecting American outrage over British shipping incidents?
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Which country did the U.S. express more sympathy towards before entering the war?
Which country did the U.S. express more sympathy towards before entering the war?
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Study Notes
U.S. Neutrality in World War I
- The United States initially sought to maintain neutrality during World War I due to various factors, including economic interests and political considerations.
- American public sentiment leaned towards the Allies, particularly aligning sympathies with Britain, due to cultural and historical ties.
Key Events Leading to U.S. Involvement
- The sinking of British ships, notably the Lusitania, provoked significant American outrage; this incident escalated calls for war with the rallying cry "Remember the Lusitania."
- The Zimmermann Note was a pivotal moment; Germany's proposal to Mexico, encouraging it to attack the U.S. in exchange for support to reclaim lost territories, outraged Americans and shifted public opinion decisively.
U.S. Declaration of War
- Amid rising tensions, the U.S. officially declared war on Germany in April 1917, marking a significant shift from isolationism to active involvement in international conflict.
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This quiz covers the key reasons behind the U.S. stance on neutrality during World War I, highlighting American sympathies towards Britain and the significant events that shifted public opinion, such as the Lusitania incident and the Zimmermann Note. Test your understanding of how these factors contributed to the U.S. entering the war in 1917.
