Question

When World War I (WWI) broke out in Europe, Americans had not been faced with many of the questions that arose during 1917-1918. The decisions made then still impact us today. What were the three main questions that Americans and the American government had to answer for the first time regarding a world war? (U12.1) TEKS - 4(C&F), 18B) (1 point) Responses Americans decided to ignore all questions when confronted about WWI. Americans decided to ignore all questions when confronted about WWI. Americans had to answer whether to enter WWI or not. Americans had to answer whether to enter WWI or not. Americans had to answer at what point should America entered the war. Americans had to answer at what point should America entered the war. Immigrants had to ask themselves before going to America if they really should. Immigrants had to ask themselves before going to America if they really should. Americans had to confront the impact after the war was over.

Answer 1

The three main questions that Americans and the American government had to answer regarding World War I included:

1. Whether to enter WWI or not: This was a crucial debate within the U.S., as many Americans were initially isolationist and hesitant to become involved in European conflicts.

2. At what point should America enter the war: As the war progressed and incidents such as unrestricted submarine warfare by Germany became more pressing, the government had to determine the right moment to engage in the conflict.

3. How to deal with the ramifications of war involvement: This included questions about military conscription, war financing, public sentiment, and the potential consequences of involvement on domestic life and international relations after the war concluded.

These questions had lasting implications on American foreign policy and its role in global affairs in the years that followed.