Question

Which statement explains why the United States did not enter World War II until directly attacked by Japan?

Isolationist sentiment was strong in the United States.

The United States did not have vital economic interests involved.

Public sentiment was evenly divided about which side to support.

Military leaders did not think the United States was prepared for war.

Answer 1

They supported the idea of isolationism. The US did feel sympathy to the allies and the US did have a powerful navy at that time. The reason why JApan attacked in the first place was because they believe that the only challenge to Japanese authority in the Pacific was the US.

Answer 2

so the answer would be isolationist sentiment in the United States was strong? @hlee0919

Answer 3

yes