World War One-U.S.

Which of the following statements BEST describes American participation in World War I?

• The United States fought alongside the Central Powers for the entire duration of the war.

• The United States stayed out of the fight but helped broker a peace treaty that ended the conflict.

• The United States initially allied itself with the Central Powers, but later switched sides once it became clear the Allies would win.

• The United States eventually joined the conflict and provided a key contribution to the Allies.

President Woodrow Wilson's statement, "The world must be made safe for democracy" was made to justify his decision to

• support tariff reform.

• end United States imperialism in Latin America.

• send troops into Mexico to capture Pancho Villa

• ask Congress to declare war against Germany.

 From 1914 to 1916, as World War I raged in Europe, why was the United States unable to remain completely neutral?

• United States newspapers encouraged a policy of imperialist expansion.

• The warring powers interfered with the United States' right to freedom of the seas.

• The United States' membership in military alliances required the nation to fight.

• President Wilson supported the war goals of Germany and Austria-Hungary.

The passage of the Alien and Sedition Acts of 1798, the suspension of habeas corpus in 1861, and the adoption of the Espionage and Sedition Act in 1917 all represented which of the following ideas?

• National crises often result in restrictions on the powers of the Executive Branch.

• National interest is sometimes given priority over individual rights.

• The Constitution shifts more power to Congress during times of war.

• The Supreme Court consistently defends the Bill of Rights.

Which of the following were causes for United States entry into World War I? Choose all that apply

• The sinking of the USS Maine

• Germany’s policy of unrestricted submarine warfare

• Roosevelt Corollary to the Monroe Doctrine

• Interception of the Zimmermann Telegram

• yellow journalism