Read the quote from Senator Henry Cabot Lodge.The United States assumes no obligation to preserve the territorial integrity or political independence of any other country or to interfere in controversies between nations.Based on this quote, why did Lodge oppose US involvement in the League of Nations?
Answer
A
It would jeopardize the territorial integrity of the US and its allies.
B
It would lead to unnecessary involvement in international affairs.
C
It would promote political independence at the expense of peace.
D
It would create new controversies among member nations.
Explanation
Lodge argued that the United States should not take on obligations to protect other countries or get involved in disputes between nations. He opposed the League because membership could draw the United States into international affairs and conflicts it might otherwise avoid. That matches “It would lead to unnecessary involvement in international affairs.”
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