Nazi Attack On USS Kearny Inspires Anger In US Leaders

The USS Carney was torpedoed by a German submarine, leading to political and military responses. The House passed a bill to arm merchant ships, sparking debate on the Neutrality Act. Republicans called for its repeal, while Democrats sought partial revision. Senator Pepper urged nations to oppose lawlessness. The War Cabinet held grave meetings, and the Navy prepared for retaliation near Iceland and Greenland.

What event triggered the reactions discussed in the first section?

• The sinking of a British battleship

• The torpedoing of the Carney by a German submarine

• A German air raid on Washington

• The signing of a peace treaty

What was the main focus of the political debate in the second section?

• The signing of a new trade agreement

• The construction of new naval bases

• The repeal of the Neutrality Act

• The election of a new president

Which senator called for action against international lawlessness?

• Senator Pepper

• Senator Hull

• Senator Knox

• Senator Stark

What significant news did Navy Secretary Knox release?

• The Carney was the first American naval vessel to suffer casualties

• A new naval base was established in Greenland

• The Carney had sunk a German submarine

• The United States declared war on Germany

What was the American naval response near Iceland and Greenland?

• They retreated to safer waters

• They sought vengeance for the attack on the Carney

• They conducted training exercises

• They signed a peace treaty with Germany