In 1914-1915, the United States responded to a British naval blockade of Germany by
A. defying the blockade and continuing to trade with Germany.
B. ending trade with Germany but continuing trade with Great Britain.
C. ending trade with all of Europe to maintain its neutrality.
D. ending trade with Great Britain to pressure it to lift the blockade.
E. rerouting all trade with Germany through the Mediterranean.
Answer: B
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