Which of the following developments is the most direct effect of the situation portrayed in the image?
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The United States ordered Germany to end unrestricted submarine warfare.
The United States ordered Germany to end unrestricted submarine warfare.
The United States declared war on Mexico, starting the Mexican-American War.
The United States declared war on Mexico, starting the Mexican-American War.
The United States declared war on Germany, entering World War I.
The United States declared war on Germany, entering World War I.
The United States signed a treaty with Mexico and agreed not to declare war on Germany.
The United States signed a treaty with Mexico and agreed not to declare war on Germany.
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Based on the context of the year 1917 and the reference to “Some Promise,” the most direct effect of the situation portrayed in the image is:
The United States declared war on Germany, entering World War I.
In 1917, the U.S. was prompted to enter World War I primarily due to Germany's unrestricted submarine warfare, which had led to significant losses, including American lives and ships. This prompted a formal declaration of war against Germany.
