U.S. President Woodrow Wilson signs a document declaring war.

U.S. President Woodrow Wilson signs a document declaring war.

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The transcript discusses the approval of the largest military draft in American history, initiated by Congress within a month. President Wilson plays a significant role by drawing the first number, leading to a million and a half men being called to serve, with the aim of making the world safe for democracy.

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1.

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30 sec • 1 pt

What significant event did Congress approve related to Germany?

A trade agreement

A peace treaty

A military draft

A cultural exchange program

2.

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30 sec • 1 pt

What marks the beginning of the largest military draft in American history?

The signing of a treaty

The end of World War I

The declaration of war

The approval by Congress

3.

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30 sec • 1 pt

Who was responsible for drawing the first number in the draft?

President Roosevelt

President Kennedy

President Wilson

President Lincoln

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30 sec • 1 pt

How many men were called to serve in the military draft?

A million and a half

Two million

Half a million

One million

5.

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30 sec • 1 pt

What was the purpose of calling men to the colors?

To expand the economy

To make the world safe for democracy

To establish new colonies

To promote cultural diversity