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Neutrality or War? America's Critical Decision in World War I

Explore the essential question of whether the United States should remain neutral or declare war in World War I. Analyze documents and key events like the Zimmerman Telegram to understand the impact on U.S. history. Dive into causes of WWI and key terms. Write notes on arguments for neutrality or war.

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Neutrality or War? America's Critical Decision in World War I

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  1. Neutrality or War?The Worldat War Essential Question: Should the United States remain neutral or declare war?

  2. Preview: Document Analysis • In your notebook, answer the following questions: • Describe 3 key details of this document. • Write two phrases that help you understand the meaning of this document. • What do you think was the impact of this document on the U.S.?

  3. The Zimmerman Telegram • A 1917 diplomatic proposal from the German Empire to Mexico to make war against the United States. • The proposal was intercepted and decoded by British intelligence. • Revelation of the contents outraged American public opinion and helped generate support for the United States declaration of war on Germany in April 1917.

  4. Causes of WWI: Alliances Nationalism Imperialism Assassination Militarism

  5. Key Content Terms • Central Powers • Allied powers • Lusitania • Sussex pledge • Zimmermann note • Nationalism • Militarism • Belligerent • Stalemate • Propaganda Copy and define the following key content terms in your notebook.

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  15. Exit Slip: Neutrality or War • In your notebook, describe the best argument that supports neutrality or the best argument that supports war.

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