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American Involvement in the War — Quiz

Question 10 • US History Studies Since 1877

How did the sinking of the Lusitania in 1915 affect World War I?

Answer
A
Germany restricted its submarine warfare in response to international outrage.
B
The United States declared war on Germany.
C
The United States began a policy of unrestricted submarine warfare.
D
Germany continued its policy of unrestricted submarine warfare.

Explanation

The German submarine attack on the Lusitania killed nearly 1,200 people, including 128 Americans, causing strong international outrage. In response to protests, Germany temporarily restricted submarine attacks on passenger and merchant ships. The United States did not declare war until 1917, so A, “Germany restricted its submarine warfare in response to international outrage,” is correct.

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