Rosie the Riveter and the Impact of Women in WWII

Rosie the Riveter and the Impact of Women in WWII

Assessment

Interactive Video

History, Social Studies, Education

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Mia Campbell

FREE Resource

The video highlights the contributions of the 'Rosie the Riveters,' women who worked in defense industries during WWII. Despite their significant role, they were largely unrecognized until decades later. The video features stories of women like Susan King, who wielded rivet guns and broke gender norms. It discusses the challenges they faced, the delayed recognition of their efforts, and their lasting impact on society. The Rosies not only contributed to the war effort but also paved the way for future generations of women, inspiring empowerment and societal change.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of the Congressional Gold Medal being awarded to the women workers of WWII?

It is given to all veterans of WWII.

It is a medal for bravery in battle.

It is a new award created for them.

It recognizes their contribution to the war effort.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What nickname was given to the women who worked in factories during WWII?

Warrior Women

Rosie the Riveters

Lady Laborers

Factory Females

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Susan King contribute to the war effort during WWII?

She worked as a nurse.

She was a codebreaker.

She built warplanes.

She was a pilot.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why were the contributions of the Rosies not recognized immediately after the war?

They were overshadowed by male veterans.

Their work was considered unimportant.

They were not officially employed.

Their contributions were kept secret.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a significant challenge faced by black women like Mrs. King during WWII?

Their contributions were often overlooked.

They were not given any recognition.

They were paid less than white women.

They were not allowed to work in factories.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role did the Glenn L. Martin Aviation Museum play in preserving the legacy of the Rosies?

It was a training center for new workers.

It preserved the collective memory of the Rosies.

It hosted events for WWII veterans.

It displayed warplanes built by the Rosies.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a common family involvement in the war effort as described by the Rosies?

Families worked together in factories.

Children were also employed in factories.

Only men in the family were involved.

Families were not involved at all.

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