Paul McNutt Becomes Chairman of The War Manpower Commission

Paul McNutt Becomes Chairman of The War Manpower Commission

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History, Social Studies, Business

9th - 12th Grade

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The video discusses America's manpower challenges during the second year of the war, focusing on the need for soldiers and workers in various sectors. It highlights the roles of the Selective Service and the United States Employment Service in directing manpower to support the war effort. The video emphasizes the importance of having the right people in the right roles, both on the fighting fronts and in factories and farms, to ensure the nation's success in the war.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was appointed as America's manpower boss during the second year of the war?

Mr. McNutt

Mr. Roosevelt

Mr. Truman

Mr. Eisenhower

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the main challenges caused by the lack of manpower control?

Slowed arms production

Increased unemployment

Decreased military enlistment

Overproduction of food

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the impact of drafting farmhands on the nation?

Increased farm productivity

Improved food supply

Decreased military strength

Threatened food supply

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which organizations were involved in directing manpower under the War Manpower Commission?

State Department and Homeland Security

Department of Defense and Department of Agriculture

Local Selective Service board and United States Employment Service

Federal Reserve and Department of Commerce

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary goal of the War Manpower Commission?

To increase military enlistment

To promote agricultural development

To balance manpower between military and civilian needs

To reduce unemployment