Why did the United States enter World War II?

Question

Why did the United States enter World War II?

(1 point)
Responses

It did not agree with British politics
It did not agree with British politics

It wanted land in Europe
It wanted land in Europe

The Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor
The Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor

It wanted the economic opportunities that war could bring.
It wanted the economic opportunities that war could bring.

Answer 1

The Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor is the correct answer. The United States entered World War II after the Japanese bombed the U.S. naval base at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, on December 7, 1941. This attack prompted the U.S. to declare war on Japan and eventually enter the war as a full participant.

Answer 2

a b c or d

Answer 3

The correct answer is "c) The Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor."

Answer 4

Which piece of federal legislation during World War II authorized the United States to provide war supplies to other countries? (1 point) Responses The Selective Service Act The Selective Service Act The Lend-Lease Act The Lend-Lease Act The Federal Emergency Relief Act The Federal Emergency Relief Act The Emergency Price Control Act The Emergency Price Control Act

Answer 5

The correct answer is "b) The Lend-Lease Act." The Lend-Lease Act, passed in 1941, allowed the United States to provide war supplies, including weapons, ammunition, and other materials, to Allied countries during World War II. The act was a significant step in the United States' efforts to support its allies before it officially entered the war.