Understanding America's Role in World War I

What was the main reason the U.S. initially remained neutral in World War I?

• Economic interests with both sides

• Isolationist policies led by President Wilson

• Lack of military capability

• Allies did not request assistance

Which event directly influenced the U.S. to enter World War I?

• Zimmerman Telegram

• Invasion of Belgium

• Sinking of the Lusitania

• Attack on Pearl Harbor

What was the primary contribution of the U.S. to the Entente powers during World War I?

• Economic and military supplies

• Naval support

• Intelligence sharing

• Ground troops

What was the main goal of the Fourteen Points presented by Woodrow Wilson?

• To establish the League of Nations

• To punish the Central Powers

• To end all future wars

• To redistribute German colonies

What act prohibited spying and interfering with the draft during World War I in the U.S.?

• Patriot Act

• Espionage Act of 1917

• Sedition Act of 1918

• Freedom Act

Which Supreme Court case upheld the conviction for criticizing the war effort, establishing the 'clear and present danger' standard?

• Brown v. Board of Education

• Schenck v. United States

• Plessy v. Ferguson

• Roe v. Wade

What significant social movement was partially attributed to World War I?

• Civil Rights Movement

• Women's Suffrage Movement

• Prohibition

• Labor Movement

Which group experienced significant population growth in northern cities due to World War I?

• Latin Americans

• Asian immigrants

• European immigrants

• African Americans

How did World War I affect American society's view on immigrants?

• Increased acceptance

• No significant change

• Increased anti-immigrant sentiment

• Led to open borders

What was the outcome of the Versailles Peace Conference for Wilson's Fourteen Points?

• Largely ignored by other powers

• Strengthened U.S. foreign relations

• Fully implemented

• Led to immediate peace in Europe