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Question 1

Selective Service Act

Answer 1

Law passed by Congress in 1917 that required all men from ages 21 to 30 to register for the military draft.

Question 2

mobilize

Answer 2

Prepare military forces for war.

Question 3

Victory Gardens

Answer 3

Americans were encouraged to grow their own vegetables to support the war effort.

Question 4

Liberty Bonds

Answer 4

Sold to American people to raise money for the war efforts. They were cashed in after the war for the value of the bond and interest.

Question 5

Four-Minute Men

Answer 5

Men sent on tour by Pres. Wilson to present four minute propaganda speeches to the public.

Question 6

Espionage Act of 1917

Answer 6

Law that set heavy fines and long prison terms for antiwar activities.

Question 7

Sedition Act of 1918

Answer 7

Made it illegal for Americans to speak negatively about the US government, constitution, war or flag.

Question 8

John J. Pershing

Answer 8

Commander of American forces in Europe during World War One.

Question 9

convoy

Answer 9

Group of merchant ships protected by warships so they are not attacked.

Question 10

armistice

Answer 10

An agreement to stop fighting.

Question 11

“Peace without Victory”

Answer 11

A proposal made by Woodrow Wilson for the defeated powers not to receive punishment.

Question 12

Fourteen Points

Answer 12

Woodrow Wilson’s plan to create a lasting peace after World War One. Most of it was rejected by the other Allied leaders following the war.