Imagine two scenarios. In Scenario 1, a U.S. ally invades a non-U.S. ally. In Scenario 2, a non-U.S. ally invades a U.S. ally. Based on what you have read in this lesson, predict which scenario is more likely to see U.S. involvement. Explain your reasoning in 3–5 sentences.(4 points)
Scenario 2, where a non-U.S. ally invades a U.S. ally, is more likely to see U.S. involvement. This is because the U.S. has a vested interest in protecting its allies and maintaining stability in the region. Additionally, the U.S. has a history of intervening in conflicts where its allies are threatened or attacked. On the other hand, in Scenario 1, where a U.S. ally invades a non-U.S. ally, the U.S. may not see the same level of urgency to intervene as it would if its own ally was under threat.
