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Reflecting on World War I

Question 19 • IC English 11 - Deering

Based on "How We Entered World War I," which detail explains why the sinking of the Lusitania led the United States to enter World War I?

Answer
A
The Lusitania carried ammunition as well as nonmilitary passengers.
B
The Germans began using submarine warfare.
C
The ship was torpedoed without warning.
D
Of the 1,195 passengers killed, 124 were from the United States.

Explanation

The deaths of 124 U.S. citizens made the sinking especially important to Americans and increased pressure for the United States to get involved in the war. The Lusitania also carried ammunition, but the loss of American lives best explains why the sinking affected the United States so strongly.

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