Question

Which of the following accurately summarizes the United States' involvement and military role in World War I? (1 point)
The U.S. became involved after the ammunition depot attacks in New Jersey and New York, but did not send troops until 1916 when Russia left the war.
The U.S. became involved in World War I when the Selective Service Act was passed, which provided Allied forces military support.
The U.S. became involved in World War I after the Zimmermann Telegram, and sent troops to provided military reinforcements and support.
The U.S. became involved in World War I on January 16, 1917, when Germany sunk a British vessel and the U.S. sent economic support as a response.

Answer 1

The third option is correct.

The Zimmermann Telegram (January 1917) and Germany's renewed unrestricted submarine warfare helped push the U.S. to declare war in April 1917. The United States then sent the American Expeditionary Forces to Europe to provide military reinforcements and support to the Allies.