Question

Why was the Zimmerman Telegram a contributing factor to the U.S. declaration of war? (1 point)
• It promised Mexico that Germany would help it reclaim territory in the U.S. if Mexico entered the war against the United States.
• It contained military commands from the Germans to the Mexican government.
• It showed that Mexico was passing U.S. military secrets to the Germans.

Answer 1

The correct answer is: **It promised Mexico that Germany would help it reclaim territory in the U.S. if Mexico entered the war against the United States.**

The Zimmermann Telegram proposed a military alliance between Germany and Mexico, promising Mexico support in reclaiming territories such as Texas, New Mexico, and Arizona if they joined the war against the United States. This revelation outraged the American public and government, contributing significantly to the decision to declare war on Germany.