Question

Which statement best describes Woodrow Wilson's attitude at the beginning of World War I?

A.
He was eager to join the Allies in battle.


B.
He hoped the Central Powers would win, but he was reluctant to help them.


C.
He wanted the United States to remain neutral.


D.
He agreed to help both sides financially, but would not send soldiers to fight.

Answer 1

The correct answer is C) He wanted the United States to remain neutral.

President Woodrow Wilson did not want to get involved in foreign affairs at this time. This is evident from the fact that the United States did not enter World War I, even though a German submarine killed American civilians when they attacked the British passenger ship the Luisitania. It wasn't until the Allies intercepted the Zimmerman Telegram (roughly 3 years after the war started) that the US actually joined World War I.

Answer 2

Woodrow Wilson's attitude at the beginning of World War I can best be described as C. He wanted the United States to remain neutral and not pick a side.