Do you think U.S. officials should be concerned with human rights abuses in other countries? Explain.

1. Why did Wilson argue for “peace without victory”? Do you agree or disagree with his view? Why?

2. Why do you think Wilson failed in his fight for the U.S. to join the League of Nations?

3. Do you think President George W. Bush was a “Wilsonian”? Use evidence from the article to support your answer.

4. Do you think U.S. officials should be concerned with human rights abuses in other countries? Explain.

What defines (makes) a world war? Do you believe the United States could have enjoyed a sustained neutrality during this conflict or was choosing a side, whether voluntarily or involuntarily, inevitable?