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Plans for Peace

Question 18 • GLOBAL CONNECTIONS III Q1 – 202701

Which statement best explains the British and French response to Wilson's "Fourteen Points” plan?

Answer
A
France opposed Wilson's lenient treatment of Germany, while Britain supported some ideas like the League but rejected others.
B
France supported Wilson's lenient treatment of Germany, while Britain rejected most ideas including the League of Nations proposal.
C
France supported Wilson's focus on self-determination, while Britain opposed the League of Nations and freedom of the seas.
D
France and Britain both supported Wilson's plan, agreeing with his ideas on leniency, the League, and self-determination.

Explanation

France wanted Germany weakened and punished after the war, so it opposed Wilson’s relatively lenient approach. Britain was more open to some of Wilson’s proposals, including a League of Nations, but disagreed with others, such as unrestricted freedom of the seas. Therefore, the best answer is A: France opposed leniency toward Germany, while Britain supported some ideas and rejected others.

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