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6. The US Entry into the War (1917) Flashcards

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What year did the United States enter World War I?

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1917

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True or False: The US entered World War I immediately after it began in 1914.

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False

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What was one of the main reasons for the US entry into World War I?

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Unrestricted submarine warfare by Germany

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Fill in the blank: The US declared war on Germany on _____ 1917.

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April 6

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What was the Zimmermann Telegram?

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A secret proposal from Germany to Mexico to join the war against the US.

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What impact did the sinking of the Lusitania have on US public opinion?

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It increased anti-German sentiment and support for entering the war.

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Multiple Choice: Which of the following was a reason for US entry into WWI? A) Economic ties to Allies B) Nationalism C) Colonial ambitions

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A) Economic ties to Allies

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What was the name of the US military force sent to Europe during World War I?

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American Expeditionary Forces (AEF)

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True or False: The US entered World War I as a result of an attack on its soil.

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False

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What role did propaganda play in the US entry into WWI?

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It was used to sway public opinion in favor of entering the war.

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Fill in the blank: The US was officially neutral at the start of WWI until _____ 1917.

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April

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What was one economic factor that influenced the US to enter WWI?

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Loans and trade with Allied nations

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Who was the President of the United States when it entered World War I?

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Woodrow Wilson

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What did President Wilson refer to as the ‘war to end all wars’?

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World War I

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Multiple Choice: What was a significant consequence of the US entry into WWI? A) The war ended immediately B) The balance of power shifted towards the Allies C) The US remained neutral

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B) The balance of power shifted towards the Allies

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What was the purpose of the Espionage Act of 1917?

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To prevent interference with military operations and support for US enemies.

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True or False: The US entry into the war was welcomed by all Americans.

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False

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What were the main Allied Powers during WWI?

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France, Britain, Russia, and later the US.

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Fill in the blank: The US entry into WWI helped to bolster Allied morale and provided fresh _____ to the troops.

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troops

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What was the significance of the Battle of Cantigny?

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It was the first major American battle in WWI.

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Which event escalated tensions between the US and Germany in early 1917?

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Germany’s resumption of unrestricted submarine warfare.

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What was the primary goal of the US in entering WWI?

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To ensure a safe and democratic world.

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Multiple Choice: Which of the following did NOT contribute to US entry into WWI? A) The Zimmermann Telegram B) The sinking of the Lusitania C) The Treaty of Versailles

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C) The Treaty of Versailles

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What was the significance of the US joining the League of Nations after WWI?

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It marked an attempt to create a framework for international cooperation.

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True or False: The US was involved in the planning of the Treaty of Versailles.
True
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Fill in the blank: The US Senate ultimately _____ the Treaty of Versailles.
rejected
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What was Woodrow Wilson's Fourteen Points?
A statement of principles for peace negotiations to end WWI.
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What was the outcome of the US entry into WWI?
It contributed to the defeat of the Central Powers.
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Multiple Choice: Which country did the US primarily support during WWI? A) Germany B) Austria-Hungary C) Allies
C) Allies
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What was the main naval strategy used by the US during WWI?
Convoy system to protect merchant ships.
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True or False: The US military was fully prepared for war upon entry in 1917.
False
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What was the main focus of the US military during WWI?
To provide fresh troops and resources to the Allies.
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Fill in the blank: The US entered WWI after a series of _____ from Germany.
provocations
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What role did the War Industries Board play during WWI?
Coordinated the production of war materials.
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following was a major effect of US involvement in WWI? A) Increased isolationism B) Economic boom C) Decline in military spending
B) Economic boom
36
What was the significance of the Selective Service Act of 1917?
It authorized the draft for military service.
37
True or False: The US entry into WWI had no effect on the war's outcome.
False
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What was one major social change in the US as a result of WWI?
The Great Migration of African Americans to northern cities.
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Fill in the blank: The US military was known for its _____ tactics during WWI.
innovative
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What was the impact of US entry on the morale of Allied forces?
It significantly boosted their morale.
41
Multiple Choice: Which act aimed to control dissent against the war effort? A) The Espionage Act B) The Selective Service Act C) The War Industries Board
A) The Espionage Act
42
What was the significance of the American Expeditionary Forces' arrival in Europe?
It provided critical support and reinforcements to the Allies.
43
True or False: The US entered WWI with a large standing army.
False
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What was the primary reason for the US to oppose Germany's unrestricted submarine warfare?
It threatened American shipping and lives.
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Fill in the blank: The US entry into WWI marked a shift in American foreign policy from _____ to intervention.
isolationism
46
What was the role of women in the workforce during WWI?
Women took on roles traditionally held by men who were fighting in the war.
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Multiple Choice: The US entry into WWI was primarily driven by which factor? A) Humanitarian concerns B) Economic interests C) Territorial expansion
B) Economic interests
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What was the significance of the US Navy during WWI?
They played a crucial role in securing transatlantic shipping routes.
49
True or False: The US was a founding member of the League of Nations.
False
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What was one of the first actions taken by the US after declaring war?
Mobilization of troops and resources.
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Fill in the blank: The US entry into WWI helped to establish the country as a _____ power.
world
52
What was the significance of the 1918 armistice?
It marked the end of fighting in WWI.
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following was a major consequence of US involvement in WWI? A) Strengthened isolationism B) Emergence as a world power C) Economic decline
B) Emergence as a world power
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What did the US government do to support the war effort financially?
Issued war bonds and increased taxes.
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True or False: The US military strategy was to fight primarily on the defensive during WWI.
False
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What was the significance of the Treaty of Brest-Litovsk for the US?
It allowed Germany to focus its efforts on the Western Front after Russia exited the war.
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Fill in the blank: The US military's involvement in WWI was characterized by a rapid _____ of troops.
deployment
58
What was the main outcome of the US's participation in the Paris Peace Conference?
The establishment of the League of Nations.
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Multiple Choice: The US entry into WWI was largely influenced by which of the following? A) The Russian Revolution B) The sinking of the Lusitania C) Both A and B
C) Both A and B
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What was the impact of the US entry into WWI on the Central Powers?
It weakened their position and contributed to their eventual defeat.
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True or False: The US entered WWI without any prior military alliances.
True
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What was the purpose of the Committee on Public Information during WWI?
To promote the war and encourage public support.
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Fill in the blank: The US's involvement in WWI helped to shape the future of _____ relations.
international
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What was one of the key lessons learned by the US from its involvement in WWI?
The importance of being prepared for future conflicts.

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