Women in the Workforce During WWII

During WWII, women in America took on new roles in the workforce, driven by patriotism and economic opportunity. Female employment rose significantly, with women working in various industries, including defense and lumber. Despite challenges like long hours and no overtime pay, women contributed to the war effort through innovation and teamwork. They balanced work with family responsibilities and were recognized for their strength and courage, symbolized by figures like Rosie the Riveter.

What was the main message of Eleanor Roosevelt's quote mentioned in the video?

• To encourage women to take on challenges they think they can't handle.

• To highlight the importance of education for women.

• To emphasize the need for women to stay at home during the war.

• To promote women's rights to vote.

By how much did female employment in America increase between 1940 and 1943?

• From 10% to 20%

• From 20% to 30%

• From 40% to 50%

• From 30% to 40%

What motivated women to join the workforce during WWII?

• The opportunity to travel abroad.

• The chance to work alongside men.

• Patriotism and higher wages.

• The promise of future promotions.

Who were Rosie the Riveter and Winnie the Welder?

• Famous actresses from the 1940s.

• Leaders of women's rights movements.

• Symbols of the female labor force during WWII.

• Fictional characters in a novel.

What nickname was given to women working in sawmills?

• Lumberjills

• Woodcutters

• Timbermaids

• Lumberettes

What was one of the challenges faced by women in the workforce during the war?

• Excessive vacation time.

• No overtime pay despite long hours.

• Short working hours.

• Lack of job opportunities.

How did some crews contribute to the war effort beyond their work?

• By planting victory gardens.

• By organizing community events.

• By donating part of their pay.

• By writing letters to soldiers.

What was a common practice among women to conserve resources during the war?

• Walking to work.

• Using public transportation.

• Forming bicycle brigades.

• Carpooling to work.

What did a fellow worker say about the best worker on the job?

• The best worker was a team.

• The best worker was a machine.

• The best worker was a woman.

• The best worker was a man.

According to Ruth Gordon, how is courage similar to a muscle?

• It is inherited.

• It is visible.

• It grows with use.

• It weakens with age.