The United States Role in World War I

The video covers the outbreak of World War I in 1914, the U.S. declaration of neutrality, and the economic impacts of the war. It discusses Germany's unrestricted submarine warfare, leading to the U.S. entering the war in 1917. The video also highlights domestic changes, including the Espionage Act and the Great Migration. Finally, it covers President Wilson's 14 Points and the Treaty of Versailles, focusing on the League of Nations.

When did World War I begin?

• August 1914

• June 1914

• July 1914

• September 1914

Which country's neutrality was violated, causing outrage in the United States?

• France

• Luxembourg

• Belgium

• Netherlands

What was the main reason the United States favored the Allies economically?

• Military strategy

• Political alliances

• Economic opportunities

• Cultural ties

What led to the United States entering World War I?

• Unrestricted submarine warfare

• Lusitania sinking

• Zimmerman Telegram

• All of the above

What was the main economic activity of the United States during World War I?

• Providing loans to Allies

• All of the above

• Manufacturing weapons

• Selling war bonds

What law was passed in 1917 that affected personal freedoms in the United States?

• Sedition Act

• Espionage Act

• Freedom Act

• Patriot Act

What significant migration occurred within the United States during World War I?

• Westward Expansion

• Great Migration

• Dust Bowl Migration

• Gold Rush

What was President Wilson's plan for peace called?

• The Versailles Treaty

• The League of Nations

• The Peace Accord

• The Fourteen Points

Which of the following was NOT a reason the United States Senate opposed the Treaty of Versailles?

• Disagreement with the reparations

• Support for Germany

• Fear of future European conflicts

• Opposition to the League of Nations

Why did the United States never join the League of Nations?

• The United States was not invited

• The League dissolved quickly

• President Wilson vetoed it

• The Senate voted against it