Reasons Behind America's Entry into World War One

In 1917, the USA was neutral in WWI, despite pressure from Britain and France. Germany's aggressive submarine warfare and the Zimmermann Telegram, which proposed a German-Mexican alliance against the USA, led to America's entry into the war. President Wilson justified the decision as a fight for democracy. He later proposed the 14 Points, aiming for a peaceful post-war world.

In what year was America still neutral despite the ongoing World War I?

• 1916

• 1918

• 1917

• 1915

Which ship's sinking by German submarines sparked major controversy but did not lead the USA to enter the war?

• Lusitania

• Britannic

• Titanic

• Olympic

What was Germany's strategy with unrestricted submarine warfare?

• Destroy Russian navy

• Control the Mediterranean

• Blockade Britain

• Intimidate the USA

What was the primary reason for the USA's entry into World War I in 1917?

• Pearl Harbor attack

• Battle of Somme

• Zimmermann Telegram

• Lusitania sinking

Which countries were supposed to be rewarded to Mexico according to the Zimmermann Telegram?

• California, Nevada, Utah

• Texas, New Mexico, Arizona

• Florida, Georgia, Alabama

• Oregon, Washington, Idaho

Which event directly influenced America's decision to join the Allies in 1917?

• Signing of the Treaty of Versailles

• Fall of the Ottoman Empire

• Zimmermann Telegram

• Russian Revolution

Which states were mentioned in the Zimmermann Telegram as potential rewards for Mexico?

• Texas, New Mexico, Arizona

• Nevada, Utah, Colorado

• California, Oregon, Washington

• Montana, Wyoming, Colorado

What was President Wilson's primary reason for entering World War I?

• Territorial expansion

• Economic benefits

• Protecting democracy

• Revenge for attacks

What did Wilson describe as 'more precious than peace'?

• Power

• Right

• Honor

• Victory

What did President Wilson hope to achieve with his Fourteen Points?

• Increase trade agreements

• Create a peaceful, democratic world

• Establish military dominance

• Extend American territory