Which nations were part of the Allied Powers during World War I?

The Allied Powers during World War I included the United Kingdom, France, Russia, Italy, the United States, and Japan. This coalition was formed to oppose the Central Powers, which primarily consisted of Germany, Austria-Hungary, the Ottoman Empire, and Bulgaria.

The United Kingdom, France, and Russia were among the primary nations that had been in conflict with the Central Powers from the onset of the war in 1914. Italy joined the Allies in 1915, shifting its allegiance from the Triple Alliance with Germany and Austria-Hungary after negotiating terms with the Allies. The United States entered the war later, in 1917, bolstering the Allied efforts with fresh troops and resources, while Japan contributed by seizing German territories in the Pacific.

The other choices do not accurately represent the Allied Powers. The first option lists nations that were part of the Central Powers, while the third choice includes Bulgaria and Germany, which were also aligned with the Central Powers. The fourth option contains Germany, which was not an ally but rather a key antagonist during the war. This misalignment of countries illustrates the importance of recognizing the Alliance structures in global conflicts.