World War I

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What is militarism?

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the strong buildup of military force to intimidate other nations

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What is nationalism?

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intense devotion or loyalty to one's nation

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

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Britain and France

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What was the Zimmerman Telegram?

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

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

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Unrestricted warfare resulted in the sinking of American ships

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

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Primarily through a draft or conscription

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Why did the United States support the Allies before World War I? Options: Americans were making money selling weapons to the Allies, Propaganda pushed by the British and the French, American citizens were killed at sea by German Submarines, All of the Above

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All of the Above

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

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convince Americans to fight and silence dissent

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How did WW1 impact women on the homefront?

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Many women found skilled employment.

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What is propaganda?

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media designed to convince the public to think a certain way