World War II Review Quiz

What were the key events of World War II?

• Invasion of Mars, Battle of Jupiter, Attack on Saturn, D-Day invasion, Dropping of atomic bombs on Uranus and Neptune

• Rise of the Roman Empire, Fall of the Ottoman Empire, French Revolution, American Civil War, Russian Revolution

• Invasion of Poland, Battle of Britain, Attack on Pearl Harbor, D-Day invasion, Dropping of atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki

• Signing of peace treaties, Formation of United Nations, Invention of television, Discovery of penicillin, Construction of Eiffel Tower

How did World War II impact society?

• It had no impact on society at all

• It caused a decrease in technological advancements

• It led to the dissolution of the United Nations

• It led to changes in gender roles, technological advancements, and the establishment of the United Nations.

What were the social and economic effects of World War II on women?

• Women were not affected by World War II

• Women were forced to stay at home and not work

• Women were given more rights and privileges

• Women took on new roles in the workforce and gained more recognition for their contributions and capabilities.

What role did Winston Churchill play in World War II?

• Emperor of Japan

• Dictator of Germany

• Prime Minister of the United Kingdom

• President of the United States

What were the main alliances in World War II?

• Axis Powers and Allied Powers

• Central Powers and Entente Powers

• Allied Powers and Central Powers

• Triple Entente and Triple Alliance

Who were the Tuskegee Airmen?

• African American combat pilots

• African American baseball players

• violent civil rights activist

How did the actions of the Tuskegee Airmen contribute to promoting Civil Rights?

• A. The number one resource in fighting against other countries in upcoming wars was using African American soldiers.

• B. The government wanted to create the most powerful integrated Air Force in the world.

• C. Their wartime service increased calls to take steps towards equality and ending segregation.

• D. The First Lady became an advocate for civil rights for the nation's black population.

first African American unit in the air force

• Tuskegee Airmen

• "Rosie the Riveter"

• Hiroshima and Nagasaki

• Bracero Program

Organized by the federal government bring Mexicans in to help with farming due to the shortage of workers during WWII.

• Bracero Program

• Nuremberg Plan

• Executive Order 9066

• Executive Order 8802

baggy pleated pants and knee-length jacket worn by many Mexican-American youth

• Slacks

• zoot suit

• Sweat suits

• Coveralls