Question

With the outbreak of World War I in 1914, the great majority of Americans a earnestly hoped to stay out of the war. b favored entering the war in support of the Allies. c supported the Central Powers. d wanted to form a military alliance of neutral nations. e favored U.S. mediation of the conflict.

Answer 1

A. earnestly hoped to stay out of the war

Step-by-step explanation:

President Woodrow Wilson made a case for U.S. intervention in the conflict and a U.S. interest in maintaining a peaceful world order.