WWI - Section 3 Study Questions

Financing the War Effort

• One-third of the total money raised for the war was through taxation and borrowing.
• Liberty bonds were sold to raise money for the war effort.

Propaganda and Public Information

• The Committee on Public Information was established to promote the war effort and sway public opinion.
• George Creel led the Committee on Public Information.
• The purpose of the Loyalty Leagues was to promote patriotism and support for the war effort.

Social Impact

• The promotion of the war effort had a negative impact on society, leading to repression of dissent and civil liberties.
• Women's roles in society expanded during the war as they took on new jobs and responsibilities.
• The situation of blacks in America during the war was difficult, with many facing discrimination and racism.
• Race riots occurred in some northern cities due to competition for jobs and housing between black and white workers.
• Children contributed to the war effort by participating in activities such as scrap metal drives and gardening.

Economic Mobilization

• The War Industries Board (WIB) was responsible for coordinating the production of war materials and supplies.
• The Fuel Administration was responsible for boosting coal and gas production during the war.
• The Railroad Administration was responsible for managing the transportation of troops and supplies.
• The War Labor Board contributed to the war effort by mediating labor disputes and ensuring uninterrupted production.

War Costs and Leadership

• The approximate monetary cost of the World War I effort was $33 billion.
• Bernard Baruch was in charge of the War Industries Board during World War I.
• Methods used to conserve energy during World War I included daylight saving time and reduced consumption.
• The primary focus of the Federal Government in raising money for the War effort was through the sale of Liberty bonds.
• Labor leaders perceived the increase in manufacturing during World War I as an opportunity to organize and demand better wages and working conditions.
• The War Industries Board played a crucial role in coordinating businesses and industries to support the war effort.

Test your knowledge of America's mobilization for war during World War I with this quiz on the U.S. government's role in gearing up the industry, the establishment of the War Industries Board, and the cooperation of businesses with the government.