WW II Homefront

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People who do not fight in the war but support the fighting of a war by working in factories, rationing, growing victory gardens

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This example of propaganda was used to encourage

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women to join the workforce

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What was rationing used for?

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Rationing was introduced to manage shortages and control civilian consumption.

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The government gave these to families telling them how much of certain foods and goods they could buy.

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Ration Books

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Why did Americans grow Victory Gardens during World War II?

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To make sure they had enough food as the nation rationed

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Who were the famous African American pilots known for their heroism? Options: Tuskegee Airmen, Brooklyn Bombers, Saskatchewan Sabers, New England Patriots

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Tuskegee Airmen

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Who was Rosie the  Riveter?

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a representation of American women that went to work during WWII

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Why were natural resources, like gasoline, scarce during WWII?

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Natural resources were scarce because they were needed for the war effort.

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What was the purpose for rationing by the Office of Price Administration?

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to ensure that enough products were available for military use.

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What was the "Double V Campaign"?

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Achieving victory against both foreign enemies and against racism in the US