World War II in Texas- 1st Period

Which state had the largest number of servicemen in the country?

• New York

• California

• Texas

• Florida

Where did the U.S. have most of its training camps?

• Los Angeles

• San Antonio

• Miami

• New York City

What was the women’s role in World War II, especially the Women’s Army Corps?

• They served in non-combat jobs

• They were primarily involved in combat.

• They were not allowed to participate in the war effort.

• They only worked in factories and did not join the military.

What types of discrimination did African Americans and Tejanos face in the military during World War II?

• Segregation and being ordered not to speak Spanish

• Equal treatment and opportunities

• Higher ranks and leadership positions

• No discrimination at all

How did Texans back home contribute to the war effort?

• By rationing

• By sending money to Germany

How did Texas Industries contribute to the war effort?

• By producing oil, bombers, destroyers, and cargo ships

• By raising cattle and growing vegetables

Most airfields and army forts were located in Texas at:

• Houston

• Dallas

• San Antonio

• Austin

From which country did the most prisoners of war come from?

• Japan

• Italy

• France

• Germany

How much did the population grow in Texas from 1940 to 1970?

• It increased by about 100 people

• It decreased by 1 million people.

• It increased by about 6.4 million people.

• It remained the same

What happened to oil production during World War II?

• It increased.

• It decreased.

• It was unaffected.