How did the Zimmermann Note lead the United States closer to war?

It caused the United States to end diplomatic relations with Germany.
It resulted in more U-boat attacks on American ships.
It increased American public opinion against Germany.
It spread democracy and the Allied cause.

It increased American public opinion against Germany.

The Zimmermann Note, a telegram intercepted by the British and given to the United States in 1917, played a significant role in bringing the United States closer to war. It specifically led to increased American public opinion against Germany, which ultimately contributed to the United States entering World War I.