World War I: Early Finisher

What is militarism?

• the rejection of armed conflict

• the refusal to get involved in global affairs

• the strong buildup of military force to intimidate other nations

• the use of diplomacy to avoid combat and war

Answer explanation

Militarism is characterized by a strong buildup of military force, often used to intimidate other nations. This is not about rejecting armed conflict, refusing global involvement, or using diplomacy to avoid war. Instead, it's about amassing military power, which aligns with the correct choice: 'the strong buildup of military force to intimidate other nations'.

What is nationalism?

• the buildup of military force

• a desire to be ruled by a stronger nation

• intense devotion or loyalty to one's nation

• intense shame in one's nation

Answer explanation

Nationalism is characterized by an intense devotion or loyalty to one's nation. It is not about the buildup of military force, a desire to be ruled by a stronger nation, or intense shame in one's nation. The correct answer reflects the essence of nationalism as a deep-seated sense of loyalty and devotion to one's own nation.

The U.S. entered the war on the side of the Allies which included...

• Britain and France

• Britain, France, and Austria-Hungary

• Germany and Austria-Hungary

• France and Germany

Answer explanation

The question asks about which side the U.S. entered during the war. The correct answer is 'Britain and France'. This is because during World War I and II, the U.S. joined the Allies, which included Britain and France, not Austria-Hungary or Germany.

What was the Zimmerman Telegram

• A German communication promising not to use U-boats

• A German communication encouraging Mexico to side against the U.S.

• A German communication promising to recognize American neutrality

• A British communication urging the U.S. to enter the war

Answer explanation

The Zimmerman Telegram was a secret diplomatic communication issued from the German Foreign Office that proposed a military alliance between Germany and Mexico, in the event of the United States entering World War I against Germany. The correct answer is 'A German communication encouraging Mexico to side against the U.S.' as it accurately describes the content of the telegram.

How did U-boat warfare lead to the U.S. entering WWI?

• The U.S. Navy wanted to protect territory in the Pacific

• Unrestricted warfare resulted in the sinking of American ships

• The U.S. wanted to prevent other countries from getting technologically superior navies

• The U.S. wanted German territory for itself

Answer explanation

The U.S. entered WWI primarily due to unrestricted U-boat warfare by Germany. This policy led to the sinking of American ships, which was seen as a direct attack on U.S. sovereignty and a threat to its national security. The other options, such as the U.S. wanting to protect Pacific territory, prevent technological superiority of other navies, or acquire German territory, were not the main reasons for U.S. involvement in WWI.

How did the U.S. raise an army for WW1?

• The U.S. already had a large standing army.

• Asking for volunteers and hiring foreign fighters

• Primarily through a draft or conscription

• Primarily through asking for volunteers

Answer explanation

The U.S. raised an army for WW1 primarily through a draft or conscription. This method was chosen over having a large standing army, asking for volunteers, or hiring foreign fighters. The draft ensured a steady supply of soldiers to support the war effort.

What is Americanization?

• The process by which immigrants traveled to America

• The military strategy used by U.S. forces in WW1

• The limitation of free speech in the name of supporting the war effort

• The process of immigrants adopting an American identity

Answer explanation

Americanization refers to the process of immigrants adopting an American identity. This involves assimilation into American society through the adoption of American values, culture, and way of life. The other options, such as the process by which immigrants traveled to America, the military strategy used by U.S. forces in WW1, and the limitation of free speech in the name of supporting the war effort, do not accurately define Americanization.

The U.S. government used surveillance and censorship on the homefront to...

• Spread spies across the world

• convince Americans to fight and silence dissent

• encourage immigrants to adopt an American identity

• make material needed for the war

Answer explanation

The U.S. government used surveillance and censorship on the homefront during times of war to control information and public opinion. This was done to convince Americans to support the war effort and to silence any dissent or opposition. This strategy was not about spreading spies, encouraging immigrants to adopt an American identity, or making material needed for the war.

How did WW1 impact women on the homefront?

• Women lost many of their civil rights

• Women were prevented from helping the war effort

• Women were drafted to fight in the U.S. Army

• Many women found skilled employment

Answer explanation

During WW1, many men were sent to fight, leaving a labor shortage on the homefront. This led to many women finding skilled employment, often in industries that were previously dominated by men. This was a significant impact of WW1 on women, as it opened up new opportunities and changed societal perceptions of women's capabilities and roles.

What is propaganda?

• Espionage vs. the U.S. during war

• media designed to convince the public to think a certain way

• Balanced, non-biased journalism about the war

• Rioting against the war

Answer explanation

Propaganda refers to media that is designed to persuade or convince the public to think in a certain way. It is not about balanced journalism, rioting against the war, or espionage. It is a method used to shape public opinion and perception, often used in political and advertising campaigns.