When war erupted in Europe in 1939, the response of the United States was

Question

Responses

A to remain neutral.to remain neutral.

B to assist only Britain.to assist only Britain.

C to immediately commit combat troops to the European front.to immediately commit combat troops to the European front.

D to send troops to Europe, but not engage the enemy in battle.

Answer 1

The correct response is:

A to remain neutral.

Initially, when World War II began in 1939, the United States adopted a policy of neutrality, reflecting a widespread isolationist sentiment among the American public and government. It wasn't until later in the war, particularly after the attack on Pearl Harbor in December 1941, that the U.S. formally entered the conflict.