Question

multiple choice question
which of the following events prompted the us to enter world war ii?
a. the italian invasion of north africa
b. the german invasion of the soviet union
c. the japanese bombing of pearl harbor
d. the appointment of hitler as chancellor of germany

Explanation:

On December 7, 1941, Japan launched a surprise - attack on the US naval base at Pearl Harbor in Hawaii. This act of aggression directly threatened US national security and interests, leading the US to enter World War II the next day. The other events did not directly prompt the US to enter the war.

Answer:

C. The Japanese bombing of Pearl Harbor