Douglas Fairbanks, Marie Dressler and Charlie Chaplin campaign for war effort. Chaplin dressed as the Tramp to advertise

The transcript discusses the significant role of public support in financing the war effort through the purchase of Liberty Bonds. Nearly half of the American population contributed, raising $21 billion, which accounted for approximately 65% of the total war cost.

What was the main goal of encouraging the public during the war?

• To reduce taxes

• To promote peace talks

• To support the war effort

• To increase public morale

Approximately what fraction of Americans purchased Liberty Bonds?

• One-third

• Two-thirds

• One-fourth

• Half

How much money was raised through the sale of Liberty Bonds?

• $10 billion

• $15 billion

• $21 billion

• $30 billion

What percentage of the war's total cost was covered by Liberty Bonds?

• 80%

• 65%

• 75%

• 50%

Which of the following was a significant financial contribution to the war effort?

• War taxes

• Liberty Bonds

• Gold reserves

• Foreign loans