US World War I

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Homefront

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Civilians impacted by a war outside the warzone who support the war effort.

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What side did the U.S. help in WWI?

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Allied Powers

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When war broke out in 1914, the U.S. had a policy of _________.

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Neutrality

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What does neutrality mean?

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Not taking a side in a conflict.

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Which of these was not a reason for US involvement into World War I? Options: The sinking of the Lusitania, The sinking of the USS Maine, The Zimmerman Telegram, Germany's unrestricted Submarine Warfare

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The sinking of the USS Maine

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In addition to the U.S., the Allies included:

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Great Britain, France, and Russia

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This contained a suggestion of an alliance between Mexico and Germany that deeply angered the American people.

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Zimmermann Telegram

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Extreme pride in your country

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Nationalism

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Closely linked with industrialization, this long-term cause of the war involved a contest for colonies.

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Imperialism

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What was the Selective Service Act?

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The law that required men between 18 and 30 to sign up to be eligible for the draft