Question

The main reason the German government signed the Treaty of Versailles was that
they thought the treaty was the only way to secure world peace.
they could not afford to pay the high fines imposed by not signing.
they believed that signing would keep them from paying restitution.
they feared the threat of an attack by the Allied forces.

Answer 1

they feared the threat of an attack by the Allied forces.

Explanation: Germany was militarily and economically exhausted and faced Allied demands and the threat of renewed military action (and continued blockade). The German government signed under pressure to avoid further invasion or occupation.