From 1914–1916 as war raged in Europe, why was it difficult for America to remain neutral? Select all that apply.(1 point)

Question

Responses

The warring powers interfered with the U.S. right to freedom of the seas.
The warring powers interfered with the U.S. right to freedom of the seas.

Newspapers encouraged a policy of expansionism.
Newspapers encouraged a policy of expansionism.

Germany broke neutrality agreements and urged Mexico into an alliance against the U.S.

Answer 1

The statements that apply to why it was difficult for America to remain neutral from 1914–1916 are:

• The warring powers interfered with the U.S. right to freedom of the seas.
• Germany broke neutrality agreements and urged Mexico into an alliance against the U.S.

The statement about newspapers encouraging a policy of expansionism does not directly relate to the difficulty of maintaining neutrality during this period.