Multiple choice What position did the U.S. take at the start of WWII? joined the Axis powers joined the Allies neutral gave war supplies and warships to Germany Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself C Correct answer Explanation At the start of World War II in 1939, the United States maintained a policy of neutrality, as dictated by the Neutrality Acts, before eventually shifting to support the Allies through programs like Lend-Lease.