British and American women do traditional men's work during World War I

British and American women do traditional men's work during World War I

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History

9th - 10th Grade

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During wartime, women in the United States and Britain stepped up to fill civilian jobs typically held by men. They demonstrated their strength and ingenuity by taking on roles that required both physical and mental capabilities, challenging the notion of the 'weaker sex'.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did women in the United States and Britain contribute during wartime?

By moving to other countries

By protesting for peace

By working on the Homefront

By joining the military

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What type of jobs did women take on during the war?

Jobs in the fashion industry

Jobs in agriculture

Essential civilian jobs usually held by men

Jobs in the entertainment industry

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did women prove by taking on various jobs during the war?

Their preference for office jobs

Their ability to work in teams

Their strength and ingenuity

Their interest in technology

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following was NOT a reason women were called to work during the war?

To demonstrate their capabilities

To gain independence

To support the war effort

To fill jobs left by men

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the societal perception of women before they took on these wartime roles?

They were seen as the stronger sex

They were considered the weaker sex

They were thought to be more intelligent

They were viewed as equals to men