United StatesQuestion 106 (2025 list) · Recent American history
Why did the United States enter World War II?
- aIraq invaded Kuwait
- bNorth Korea invaded South Korea
- cTerrorists attacked New York
- dThe Japanese attacked Pearl HarborCorrect answer
Why?
Japan attacked Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, on December 7, 1941, and the United States entered World War II. You could also say to support the Allied Powers or to oppose the Axis Powers.
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