Question

How did new naval technology impact World War I?

(1 point)
Responses

Germany engaged in unrestricted submarine warfare to gain tactical advantages.

Germany engaged in unrestricted submarine warfare to gain tactical advantages.

The Allies used U-boats to attack and sink German ships without warning.

The Allies used U-boats to attack and sink German ships without warning.

Navies became less focused on manpower since most submarines could operate on their own.

Navies became less focused on manpower since most submarines could operate on their own.

War at sea became less deadly since submarines were used to observe the enemy, rather than attack.

Answer 1

Germany engaged in unrestricted submarine warfare to gain tactical advantages.

Explanation: New naval tech—especially submarines (U-boats)—allowed Germany to attack Allied and neutral shipping without warning, aiming to cut supplies to Britain and weaken the Allies. This strategy had major military and political effects (e.g., drawing the U.S. into the war).