Question

Which of these does not describe one of the reasons why Mexico declined an alliance with Germany during World War I?

• A. British blockades would prevent armament shipments to Mexico.
• B. Americans in former Mexican territories would refuse to assimilate.
• C. Mexican ships felt too threatened by German U-boats.
• D. Attacking the United States would endanger South American alliances.
• E. The United States would be too powerful an enemy for Mexico.

Answer 1

The correct option is C Mexican ships felt too threatened by German U-boats.

A German statesman offered Mexico a secret alliance in which Mexico would attack the United States to divert its attention. Not only was Germany's secret solicitation discovered; Mexico rejected it for a number of reasons. Mexican President had asked his military officers to examine Germany's offer, and they reported that the terms offered and the overall benefits would not make the plan feasible.