Tennessee During World War II: A Presentation by History Bill

Why did the U.S. government ration rubber during World War II?

• Because rubber was needed for the war effort and supplies were limited

• To increase the price of rubber for American companies

• To encourage people to use more synthetic materials

• Because rubber was not important during the war

Why did the U.S. government ration gasoline during World War II?

• To ensure enough fuel for the military effort

• To ensure enough rubber for the military effort

• To lower gasoline prices

• To encourage public transportation

There are ____ teaspoonfuls of sugar in a 20-ounce coke. During World War II, Americans were allowed ____ teaspoonfuls of added sugar per DAY.

• There are about 17 teaspoonfuls of sugar in a 20-ounce coke. During World War II, Americans were allowed about 6 teaspoonfuls of added sugar per day.

• There are about 10 teaspoonfuls of sugar in a 20-ounce coke. During World War II, Americans were allowed about 12 teaspoonfuls of added sugar per day.

• There are about 20 teaspoonfuls of sugar in a 20-ounce coke. During World War II, Americans were allowed about 2 teaspoonfuls of added sugar per day.

• There are about 8 teaspoonfuls of sugar in a 20-ounce coke. During World War II, Americans were allowed about 10 teaspoonfuls of added sugar per day.

The U.S. government encouraged people to have vegetable gardens during World War II to:

• Increase food exports to allies

• Reduce demand on the public food supply

• Promote healthy eating habits

• Support local farmers

About how many U.S. soldiers trained in Middle Tennessee during World War II?

• About 100,000

• About 250,000

• About 850,000

• About 1,000,000

What was the Nashville-based shoe company that made shoes for the U.S. military in factories all over Middle Tennessee?

• General Shoe Company

• Red Wing Shoes

• Nike

• New Balance

What did the Ford Motor Company factory in Memphis produce during World War II?

• Automobiles

• Airplane parts

• Ships

• Textiles

What Tennessee city contained U.S. Pipe and Foundry, Cavalier Corporation, and the Hercules Powder Company?

• Memphis

• Chattanooga

• Nashville

• Knoxville

How many employees did Alcoa have in Blount County during World War II?

• About 1,000

• About 5,000

• About 12,000

• About 20,000

What are some of the things German prisoners of war at the Crossville POW camp were allowed to do that would surprise Americans today?

• They ate well and were allowed to work and leave the camp.

• They could leave the camp freely at any time.

• They were allowed to form orchestras and put on plays.

• They were given American citizenship.