Spring Offensive, 21 March 1918, WWI

Which nation was a pre-war ally of Germany but later opposed them in World War I?

• Italy

• Russia

• Japan

• United States

What was the significance of March 21, 1918, in World War I?

• The signing of the Treaty of Versailles

• The end of World War I

• The entry of the United States into the war

• The start of the German great offensive

What was the Allied order of the day during the German offensive?

• To negotiate peace

• To hold every position to the last man

• To retreat strategically

• To launch a counter-offensive

What was the main threat posed by the German offensive to the Allies?

• Capture of London

• Invasion of Russia

• Closing in on Paris and threatening the English Channel

• Blockade of American ports

What was the critical need identified by the Allied governments to prevent losing the war?

• More naval ships

• Better communication systems

• Increased air support

• Rapid arrival of American troops