The U.S. Joins WW1

Unknown Grade45 min

Learning Objective

I can explain the main reasons why the U.S. decided to enter World War I.

Lesson Flow

Watch Video

5 min

The US in World War I | History

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Practice

14 min

7 questions • Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

Explain the impact of unrestricted submarine warfare on the United States' decision to enter World War I. Include specific details from the video to support your explanation. Describe the significance of the Zimmermann Telegram in the context of the U.S. entry into World War I. What were its contents, and how did it affect American public opinion?

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