Women in WWII

What role did women play in the war effort during World War II?

• Women were not allowed to participate in any war-related activities

• Women focused solely on childcare and domestic duties

• Women took on jobs traditionally held by men and served in the military in various capacities.

• Women stayed at home and did not contribute to the war effort

Which country had the largest number of women in its military during World War II?

• Germany

• Japan

• Soviet Union

• United States

Who was Rosie the  Riveter?

• The first woman to work in a factory during WWII
• a representation of American women that went to work during WWII
• A pretty girl used for make-up advertisements
• A famous pilot

What role did women  take during WWII?

• house wives that took care of the house and  children
• drove tanks and fought in the war
• created black out curtains for everyone 
• filled many traditionally male jobs

How did women get involved in the war effort?

• as soldiers

• they didn't

• in factories

• by writing love letters

Which of the following best describes the role of women in the workforce during World War II?

• They primarily served as nurses and secretaries

• They replaced men in critical industries like manufacturing and agriculture

• They were not allowed to work as the men did

• They only worked in the entertainment and fashion industries

True or false: Women joined the military

• True

• False

How did World War 2 change the role of women in the military?

• Women were allowed to serve in combat roles for the first time.

• Women were only allowed to serve as nurses.

• Women could serve in non-combat roles, such as pilots, mechanics, and radio operators.

• Women's roles in the military did not change during World War 2.

What was the significant impact of women working in factories during World War 2?

• It led to a decrease in the production of military equipment.

• It marked the beginning of women's rights movements.

• It significantly increased the production of war supplies.

• It had no significant impact on the war effort.

Who was the fictional character that was used in propaganda to encourage women to join the workforce?

• Natalie the Nurse

• Tiana the Teacher

• Rosie the Riveter