Question

The international role of the United States changed as a result of World War I. What was the short-term effect of this change?
A. • return to isolationism
B. • severe economic depression
C. • increase in immigration
D. • leadership in world affairs

Answer 1

The short-term effect of the change in the international role of the United States as a result of World War I was:

D. • leadership in world affairs

After World War I, the U.S. emerged as a significant global power, taking on a more prominent role in international affairs, including participating in the establishment of the League of Nations, although it ultimately did not join. This marked a shift from previous isolationist policies.