Which of the following accurately summarizes the United States' involvement and military

Question

role in World War I? (1 point)

A. The U.S. became involved in World War I after the Zimmermann Telegram, and sent troops to
provided military reinforcements and support.

B. The U.S. became involved in World War I when the Selective Service Act was passed, which
provided Allied forces military support.

C. The U.S. became involved in World War I on January 16, 1917, when Germany sunk a British
vessel and the U.S. sent economic support as a response.

D. The U.S. became involved after the ammunition depot attacks in New Jersey and New York,
but did not send troops until 1916 when Russia left the war.

Answer 1

The most accurate summary of the United States' involvement and military role in World War I is:

A. The U.S. became involved in World War I after the Zimmermann Telegram, and sent troops to provide military reinforcements and support.

The Zimmermann Telegram, sent by Germany to Mexico, proposed a military alliance against the U.S., which was a significant factor in prompting U.S. entry into the war. When the U.S. joined the conflict in April 1917, it sent troops to provide support to the Allied forces.