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Question 106

Why did the United States enter World War II?

  1. To support the Allied Powers (England, France, and Russia)Correct answer
  2. Japanese attacked Pearl HarborCorrect answer
  3. Because Germany attacked U.S. civilian ships
  4. (Bombing of) Pearl HarborCorrect answer

Official answer

  • (Bombing of) Pearl Harbor
  • Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor
  • To support the Allied Powers (England, France, and Russia)
  • To oppose the Axis Powers (Germany, Italy, and Japan)

Explanation

Japan attacked Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, and the United States declared war on Japan the next day. The United States then fought with the Allied Powers against the Axis Powers.

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Question 106: Why did the United States enter World War II? · U.S. Civics Test 2025 · Questena