World War II

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What was the importance of the Neutrality Acts? Options: Sell ammunition to countries at war, Keep the U.S. out of the War in Europe, Declare War against Japan, Both A and B

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Sell ammunition to countries at war and Keep the U.S. out of the War in Europe

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How did the American people feel about Cash and Carry and the Lend Lease Act?

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They felt it would drag the US into the War

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Why was cash and carry so important for the United States?

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It allowed the United States to support allies (Great Britain and France).

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What was the purpose for the rationing propaganda?

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Reserve products for the military and limit waste by civilians.

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How did women support the war effort during WWII?

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worked industrial jobs (defense industries)

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What did the Rosie cartoon encourage?

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For women to work factory jobs to support the war effort (defense industries)

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Why did America support the Double V campaign?

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It meant racial equality at home and at the warfront to battle fascism

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What was the purpose of the Japanese Internment camps?

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Detain Japanese Americans in case of Espionage or Treason

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Why did the Allies attack through Normandy beach (D-Day)?

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To enter Western Europe and corner Hitler.

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What was the Manhattan Project?

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A secret plan to build atomic bombs