Which of the following was not a reason for the initial American neutrality

during the First World War?

AWilson hoped neutrality would allow him to lead the peace at the end

of the war.

BAmerican military treaties prevented direct involvement.

CNeutrality allowed American businesses to trade with both sides of

the confl ict.

DSupport by the U.S. population was divided between the two sides.

EAmericans generally supported a policy of isolation.