04 World War I and Its Aftermath Free Online FlashCards

When did the United States declare war on Germany?

The United States declared war on Germany on April 6, 1917.

Who commanded the American Expeditionary Forces?

General John J. Pershing commanded the American Expeditionary Forces.

When did the armistice end the fighting?

The armistice ended the fighting on November 11, 1918.

What did the Selective Service Act of 1917 establish?

The Selective Service Act of 1917 established conscription; draftees made up most of the U.S. Army.

How did the Food Administration encourage food conservation?

Led by Herbert Hoover, the Food Administration urged people to conserve food voluntarily.

How did the Committee on Public Information promote support for the war?

The Committee on Public Information promoted support for the war through speeches, posters, and other publicity.

What migration did wartime conditions accelerate?

Wartime factory jobs and reduced European immigration accelerated African Americans’ movement from the rural South to northern and western cities.

How were the Espionage and Sedition Acts used during the war?

The Espionage Act of 1917 and Sedition Act of 1918 were used to prosecute people accused of obstructing the war effort or criticizing the government.

What were key aims of Wilson’s Fourteen Points?

Wilson’s Fourteen Points proposed national self-determination, arms reduction, and a League of Nations intended to prevent future wars.

What did the Treaty of Versailles impose on Germany and establish?

The Treaty of Versailles imposed territorial losses and reparations on Germany and established the League of Nations.

What did Henry Cabot Lodge’s proposed reservations seek to protect?

Henry Cabot Lodge and other senators sought reservations to protect Congress’s authority and the nation’s freedom of action.

What proposal did the Zimmermann Telegram reveal?

Germany proposed an alliance with Mexico, further inflaming U.S. public opinion.