Life in American in WWII

Which was NOT a product rationed by the U.S. government?

• Rubber

• Gasoline

• Sugar

• Tea

Who had priority for products in America during WWII?

• Women

• Children

• Soldiers

• Adults

"Despite these stiff penalties, a black marker emerged to sell and buy products that were difficult to find." What is the best meaning of the phrase "black market"?

• A secret exchange of products

• A place to buy products

• A store to buy certain products

• An American Store

How did children mainly do their part during WWII?

• They began working in factories.

• They went to war as soldiers.

• They helped recycle and collect scraps.

• They stopped going to school.

Why did women stop wearing stockings during WWII?

• So the silk could be used as parachutes.

• They were working in factories.

• They were fighting for their country.

• They were only on the black market.

What was the main purpose of the Victory Gardens?

• To provide food for soliders.

• To provide food for women working in factories.

• To have people grow their own foods, so soldiers had more.

• To build up a surplus of food.

What was the main reason many women began working during WWII in America?

• Most men were away at war.

• Many of their husbands died in war.

• They wanted their own freedom.

• There were not enough soldiers.

Do you think people would make the same sacrifices for war today as they during World War II?

• No they definitely would not.

• Maybe?

• Yes, I think they would.

• Only some people would.