The document is about World War I and contains two lessons. Lesson 1 discusses the main ideas of militarism and alliances, imperialism and nationalism, an assassination that brought war, and the neutrality debate. It also discusses how the U.S. declared war. Lesson 2 covers wartime agencies that mobilized the workforce and shaped public opinion. It discusses how the Supreme Court limited free speech and how volunteers and conscripts joined the military along with women.
The document is about World War I and contains two lessons. Lesson 1 discusses the main ideas of militarism and alliances, imperialism and nationalism, an assassination that brought war, and the neutrality debate. It also discusses how the U.S. declared war. Lesson 2 covers wartime agencies that mobilized the workforce and shaped public opinion. It discusses how the Supreme Court limited free speech and how volunteers and conscripts joined the military along with women.
The document is about World War I and contains two lessons. Lesson 1 discusses the main ideas of militarism and alliances, imperialism and nationalism, an assassination that brought war, and the neutrality debate. It also discusses how the U.S. declared war. Lesson 2 covers wartime agencies that mobilized the workforce and shaped public opinion. It discusses how the Supreme Court limited free speech and how volunteers and conscripts joined the military along with women.
Writing Prompt: On a separate sheet of paper, answer the question:
Should the United States have entered World War I? Why or why not? Cite at least three facts or details from the textbook in order to support your answer. Answers should be no shorter than 250 words. If possible, please type your response and e-mail me a copy of the file. (However, I understand that you may not be able to access a computer or the internet. Hand-written responses are acceptable as well.)