Question

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

Germany broke neutrality agreements and urged Mexico into an alliance against the U.S.
Germany broke neutrality agreements and urged Mexico into an alliance against the U.S. - only 2 answers are allowed

Newspapers encouraged a policy of expansionism.
Newspapers encouraged a policy of expansionism. - only 2 answers are allowed

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. - only 2 answers are allowed

President Wilson supported involvement to end the war quickly.
President Wilson supported involvement to end the war quickly. - only 2 answers are allowed
Only 2 answers are allowed.
Only 2 answers are allowed.

Answer 1

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

(Explanation: German unrestricted submarine warfare and incidents like the Lusitania threatened American shipping, and the Zimmermann telegram — plus British blockades — made neutrality increasingly difficult.)