Women During WW1

During WWI, women got to do men's jobs for the first time.

• True

• False

How many women fought in the Britain's army?

• 50,000

• 637

• 100,000+

• 100,000.

What percent of women who joined the forces were volunteers?

• 100%

• 13%

• 75%

• 39%

How did the role of women change during World War 1?

• Many women worked outside the home for the first time

• Many women served as teachers in the absence of male teachers

• Many women fought on the front lines alongside men for the first time

• Many women stayed home to raise children and plant victory gardens

Women were asked to work in factories during World War I because

• most women could be paid less than men.

• most men refused to do factory work

• most women did not want to be alone

• most men were away fighting in the war

What was the primary role of women in the workforce during World War I?

• Nursing and medical care

• Factory and munitions work

• Teaching and education

• Agricultural labor

Which organization was formed to support women working in munitions factories during WWI?

• Women's Army Auxiliary Corps

• Women's Land Army

• Women's Royal Naval Service

• Women's Munitions Workers

What was a significant social change for women during WWI?

• Gaining the right to vote

• Serving in combat roles

• Becoming political leaders

• Owning businesses

Which country first allowed women to serve in the military during WWI?

• United States

• United Kingdom

• Russia

• France

What was the impact of WWI on women's fashion?

• More elaborate and decorative

• Simpler and more practical

• Introduction of military uniforms

• Return to traditional styles