How did the Zimmermann Note lead the United States closer to war? (1 point)

Question

A)It caused the United States to end diplomatic relations with Germany.
B)It resulted in more U-boat attacks on American ships.
C)It increased American public opinion against Germany.
D)It spread democracy and the Allied cause.

Answer 1

C) It increased American public opinion against Germany. The Zimmermann Note was a secret message from the German foreign minister to the German ambassador in Mexico proposing that Mexico join the war on Germany's side in exchange for Germany's help in regaining Texas, New Mexico, and Arizona from the United States. The note was intercepted and made public by the British, which outraged American public opinion and led to increased hostility towards Germany. This ultimately played a role in the United States' decision to enter World War I on the side of the Allies.