Question

(2) the treaty of versailles would primarily blame which nation for the start of world war i?
a) serbia
b) austria - hungary
c) germany
d) great britain

1. which of wilsons 14 points did all warring countries agree to when signing the treaty of versailles?

a) granting their colonies independence.
b) decreasing the size of their militaries.
c) creating and joining the league of nations.
d) ending any alliances they were a part of.

1. in the first year of the war, which country would create a naval blockade in the north sea?

a) russia
b) france
c) germany
d) great britain

1. what statement below accurately describes the experience of black americans in the military during world war i?

a) they were put into battle at a higher rate than any other racial group.
b) they made up 13 percent of the american armed forces.
c) they served in integrated units and were often welcomed.
d) they were not allowed to serve unless forced to by the draft.

1. what statement about the american response to the treaty of versailles is accurate?

a) wilson vetoed attempts by the senate to sign it.
b) the senate voted in favor of signing it.
c) the senate voted against signing it.
d) the senate refused to hold a vote to debate signing it.

Explanation:

• Question 12: The Treaty of Versailles held Germany primarily responsible for the start of World War I. This was part of the war - guilt clause (Article 231).
• Question 13: One of Wilson's 14 Points that was agreed upon in the Treaty of Versailles was the creation and joining of the League of Nations. However, the U.S. did not end up joining.
• Question 14: In the first year of World War I, Great Britain created a naval blockade in the North Sea. This was to restrict German access to supplies.
• Question 15: Black Americans made up about 13 percent of the American armed forces during World War I. They faced discrimination, were not in integrated units at a high rate, and were not put into battle at a higher rate than other groups.
• Question 16: The U.S. Senate voted against signing the Treaty of Versailles. Wilson was in favor, but the Senate, especially the "Irreconcilables" and some Republicans, opposed it, mainly due to concerns about the League of Nations.

Answer:

1. c) Germany
2. c) Creating and joining the League of Nations
3. d) Great Britain
4. b) They made up 13 percent of the American armed forces
5. c) The Senate voted against signing it