Rationing WWII

The system of limiting scarce items is called?

• Nationalism

• Rationing

• Reparations

Which of the following was a common substitute for butter during food rationing?

• Olive oil

• Margarine

• Lard

• Cream

How many ounces of cheese were typically allowed per person per week during rationing?

• 2 ounces

• 4 ounces

• 6 ounces

• 8 ounces

What's the meaning of rationing?

• Fixed allotments of goods needed by the military.

• Fixed allotments of letters needed by the military.

• Fixed allotments of armies needed by the military.

• Fixed allotments of family members needed by the military.

What were some of the things rationed during war time? Mark all that apply.

• sugar

• meat

• rubber (tires)

• Gasolene

Rationing was when the Government _________

• Limited what goods a family could buy

• Made people use less

• Made a family buy certain things

What was the primary purpose of rationing during WWII?

• To conserve resources for the military

• To increase consumer spending

• To promote international trade

• To reduce taxes

Which of the following items was NOT typically rationed during WWII?

• Sugar

• Gasoline

• Clothing

• Books

What was a common method used by families to cope with food rationing during WWII?

• Growing victory gardens

• Importing food from abroad

• Using more canned foods

• Eating at restaurants more often

Which government body was responsible for overseeing rationing in the United States during WWII?

• The Department of Agriculture

• The Office of Price Administration

• The Federal Reserve

• The Department of Defense