Question

the united states is the worlds best hope, but if you fetter (tie) her in the interests and quarrels of other nations, if you tangle her in the intrigues of europe, you will destroy her power for good and endanger her very existence. -senator henry cabot lodge, 1919 based on the excerpt, why did many united states senators reject the treaty of versailles? they believed the treaty punished germany too harshly. they supported wilsons fourteen points over the treaty. they predicted the treaty would lead to domestic conflicts. they feared the treaty would force the country into global conflicts.

Explanation:

The excerpt emphasizes not entangling the US in other nations' affairs. The Treaty of Versailles (with the League of Nations aspect) could potentially involve the US in global issues. The senator's words about not being tied to other nations' interests and quarrels relate to fearing forced - involvement in global conflicts.

Answer:

They feared the treaty would force the country into global conflicts.