Question

question 9 of 10
what is one reason soldiers were shunned when they returned from vietnam?
a. the soldiers carried contagious diseases back with them.
b. people believed they acted irresponsibly.
c. people believed the soldiers were mostly volunteers.
d. the soldiers needed more help than most thought was necessary.

Explanation:

During the Vietnam War, there was widespread opposition to the war in the US. Many people viewed the war as unjust, and they transferred that sentiment to the soldiers, believing they acted irresponsibly by participating in what was seen as an immoral conflict. Option A is incorrect as there was no widespread belief of soldiers carrying contagious diseases. Option C is wrong because many soldiers were drafted, not mostly volunteers. Option D is not a reason for shunning; the shunning was due to war - related perceptions, not help - related ones.

Answer:

B. People believed they acted irresponsibly.