Which body joined the Central Powers because it had fought Russia in the past and feared new aggression? a the United States
C. Italy
b. Ottoman Empire
d the Netherlands
Please select the best answer from the choices provide

Correct answer is B. Ottoman Empire.

Explanation:

A is not correct answer as United States were neutral until 1917, when they decided to support the causes of Entente.

B is correct as the Ottomans were fighting with Russia since 17th Century, and especially around Crimea and Balkan Peninsula. Ottomans knew that Russia wanted to capture Constantinople.

C is not correct as Italy, a country that was a part of Central Powers, turned its back on them after signing the London Treaty in 1915.

D is not correct as Netherlands remained neutral during WW1.

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