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What is the main reason the United States entered the war, according to Wilson?

A
Wilson believed that the United States is determined to protect democratic ideals.
B
Wilson believed that the United States needed to force Germany to submit to American authority.
C
Wilson believed that war is near to the hearts of the American people.
D
Wilson believed that without American involvement, Germany would surely win the war.
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How does a communist system of government differ from a democracy?

A
In a communist system, power is inherited and passed down. In a democracy, power is in the hands of the people.
B
In a communist system, voters choose from a wide variety of candidates. In a democracy, choice is somewhat limited.
C
In a communist system, a single political party controls the government. In a democracy, the people can elect officials from different parties.
D
In a communist system, elections are never held. In a democracy, the people vote in elections to choose their leaders.
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What were the long-term effects of the League of Nations’ social initiatives?

A
They solved global social crises ranging from poverty to pollution.
B
They convinced other organizations to focus on problems closer to home.
C
They undermined the global social initiatives of the United Nations.
D
They set the stage for other organizations to tackle global social issues.
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On June 28, 1914, the Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria was assassinated by

A
special agents sent by Russia.
B
a member of the British royal family.
C
a Serbian nationalist.
D
the German kaiser.
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What happened to President Wilson’s goal of granting self-determination after the war?

A
It was never realized.
B
It resulted in elections in Europe that did away with the League of Nations.
C
It resulted in colonies in Africa and Asia being granted independence.
D
It was applied in Europe, but not to colonies in Africa or Asia.
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Which of these were common aspects of war efforts during World War I? Choose three correct answers.

A
war bonds
B
women working in factories
C
using schools as military facilities
D
rationing
E
child soldiers

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