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Question 5 • Crowley Credit Recovery US History Studies Since 1877 A

Why did President Wilson create the Committee of Public Information?

Answer
A
to make sure that Americans were well informed about the war
B
to make public information available while keeping secret information secret
C
to run the media in war time
D
to build support for the war effort

Explanation

President Wilson created the Committee on Public Information during World War I to shape public opinion and encourage support for U.S. involvement in the war. It used posters, speeches, films, and other publicity to promote the war effort, so the best answer is “to build support for the war effort.”

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