Question

question 14 (1 point)
(mc)
which of these factors made it difficult for the united states to retain its neutrality between 1914 and 1916?
o a alliances between the united states and the allied nations
o b political pressure on president wilson by republican leaders
o c efforts by the warring nations to interfere with the united states freedom of trade
o d yellow journalists efforts to create public support for u.s. entry into the war

Explanation:

During 1914 - 1916, the warring nations (Central Powers and Allied Powers) tried to interfere with US trade. The British blockaded Germany, and Germany used unrestricted submarine warfare. These actions affected US economic interests (freedom of trade), making neutrality hard. The US had no formal alliances with Allies (a wrong). Political pressure from Republicans (b) was less significant than trade - related issues. Yellow journalism (d) was more prominent later, like after Lusitania.

Answer:

C. efforts by the warring nations to interfere with the United States’ freedom of trade