Life on the WWII American Homefront

Which group of Americans was forcibly relocated and interned in camps during WWII?

• German Americans

• Japanese Americans

• Italian Americans

• Irish Americans

What was the main purpose of war bonds during WWII?

• To encourage people to save money

• To raise money for the war effort

• To pay soldiers’ salaries

• To fund public schools

Which symbol represented women working in factories during WWII?

• Lady Liberty

• Rosie the Riveter

• Betsy Ross

• Eleanor Roosevelt

What was the purpose of rationing in the United States during WWII?

• To limit imports from Europe

• To ensure fair distribution of scarce goods

• To increase exports

• To lower prices

Which of the following best describes the role of women on the American homefront during WWII?

• They only worked as nurses

• They took on jobs in factories and offices

• They were not allowed to work

• They joined the military in combat roles

How did the U.S. government encourage citizens to conserve resources during WWII?

• By lowering taxes

• By creating propaganda campaigns

• By closing factories

• By banning all imports

Why did many African Americans migrate to northern cities during WWII?

• To escape the cold weather

• To find jobs in war industries

• To join the military

• To attend college

Which of the following was a result of the increased demand for labor during WWII?

• Decrease in women’s employment

• Increase in child labor

• More job opportunities for minorities and women

• Fewer factories being built

Explain how the concept of “total war” affected American society during WWII.

• It led to the U.S. only fighting overseas

• It required the involvement of all citizens and resources in the war effort

• It meant only the military was involved in the war

• It caused the U.S. to remain neutral

Analyze the impact of WWII on the role of women in American society.

• Women’s roles remained unchanged

• Women gained new opportunities in the workforce and military support roles

• Women lost their jobs

• Women were not affected by the war