US Men Sign Up For Selective Service

US Men Sign Up For Selective Service

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History, Social Studies, Other

9th - 10th Grade

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The video discusses the early months of the nation's involvement in war, highlighting the call for increased manpower. It describes the enthusiastic registration for selective service by millions, including naturalized citizens. The involvement of legislators and veterans is noted, as well as the logistical challenges of handling overflow registrations. Experts predict a need for even more manpower, and the video concludes with a message of unity as Americans from all walks of life join together in service.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many men aged 20 to 45 signed up for selective service in the early months of World War II?

9 million

15 million

5 million

12 million

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which groups of naturalized citizens were mentioned as signing up for the war effort?

Indian and Korean

German and Italian

Mexican and Canadian

Chinese and Japanese

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which notable figure was mentioned as a veteran legislator from Texas?

Senator Pepper

Martin Dies

Representative Van Zandt

Senator Maybank

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the predicted number of men needed under arms during World War II?

8 million

5 million

12 million

10 million

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who were enrolling together in Uncle Sam's new family of men?

Veterans and young men

Only veterans

Only congressmen

Only young men