Ch 47: FTCE Social Science: The US in World War I
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FTCE Social Science: The US in World War I - Chapter Summary
The lessons in this chapter will help you refresh your memory of World War I for the FTCE Social Studies exam. Topics that will be addressed include:
- Causes of World War I
- American imperialism
- Attempted neutrality by the US
- America's involvement in WWI
- Treaty of Versailles
- League of Nations
Acquire the history knowledge needed to do well on the FTCE Social Studies test by utilizing this chapter. Reviewing WWI details is made easy thanks to our short video lessons. They are interactive to make learning fun and to help you remember information better. See how much knowledge you really learned throughout this chapter by using the lesson quizzes.

1. Causes of World War I: Factors That Led to War
Although World War I began in Europe, it is important to take a look at World War I in relation to U.S. history as well. The U.S. was greatly affected by the war. In this lesson, we'll take a quick and direct look at the causes that led up the war and the assassination that was the final catalyst.

2. American Imperialism: Definition, Reasons & Rising International Power
When George Washington left office, he warned against getting drawn into global issues, yet just over 100 years later, the U.S. began its rise to become the dominant world power. What started this rise of American Imperialism?

3. The United States in World War I: Official Position, Isolation & Intervention
The United States' best option was to stay out of World War I. They had nothing to gain from getting involved. So, they tried to stay neutral, but as American interests started to lean toward the Allied Powers, many events happened to give the States the final push to enter the war.

4. American Involvement in World War I: How the War Changed After America's Entry
As much as the U.S. wanted to stay neutral during World War I, it proved impossible. This meant the U.S. had to raise the forces and money to wage war. Find out how Americans played their part in WWI in this lesson.

5. End of WWI: the Treaty of Versailles & the League of Nations
In this lesson, we will examine the Treaty of Versailles. We will explore the treaty's negotiations at the Paris Peace Conference, take a look at the treaty's terms, and discuss Germany's reaction to the treaty.
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