WWI - Section 3 Study Questions
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How was 1/3 of the total money raised for the war?

  • By printing more money
  • By borrowing from foreign governments
  • By reducing government spending
  • Through taxation such as increased income tax and excess profits tax (correct)
  • What type of bonds were sold to raise money for the war effort?

  • Treasury Bonds and Savings Bonds
  • Convertible Bonds and Junk Bonds
  • Victory Bonds and Liberty Bonds (correct)
  • Corporate Bonds and Municipal Bonds
  • What was the purpose of the Committee on Public Information?

  • To regulate the stock market
  • To promote the war effort and gain recruits (correct)
  • To provide financial aid to war veterans
  • To oversee international trade agreements
  • What negative effect did the promotion of the war effort have on society?

    <p>Accusations of spying and unfair treatment of German nationals (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happened to women during the war?

    <p>They obtained jobs and became an essential part of the American workforce (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the situation of blacks in America during the war?

    <p>They faced discrimination but filled in for many jobs held by white men (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What caused race riots in some northern cities during the war?

    <p>Influx of blacks from the south (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did children do to contribute to the war effort?

    <p>Collected pennies to buy War Savings Stamps (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who led the Committee on Public Information?

    <p>George Creel (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the purpose of the Loyalty Leagues?

    <p>To make sure no one spied on the U.S. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the purpose of the War Industries Board (WIB) during World War I?

    <p>To handle the purchasing of war items for both the Allies and the U.S. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organization was responsible for boosting coal and gas production during World War I?

    <p>Fuel Administration (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the role of the Railroad Administration during World War I?

    <p>To ensure smooth functioning of the railroads to support the war effort. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the War Labor Board contribute to the war effort during World War I?

    <p>Dealt with any labor disputes to ensure smooth production. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the approximate monetary cost of the World War I effort?

    <p>$33 billion dollars (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was in charge of the War Industries Board during World War I?

    <p>Bernard Baruch (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What methods were used to conserve energy during World War I?

    <p>Daylight savings time and shortened work weeks for non-military worker industries. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary focus of the Federal Government in raising money for the War effort during World War I?

    <p>Raising approximately $33 billion dollars for the war. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the labor leaders perceive the increase in manufacturing during World War I?

    <p>As an opportunity to increase membership and higher pay. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the role of the War Industries Board in relation to businesses during World War I?

    <p>Ensured that businesses cooperated with the government to convert factories for wartime production. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    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.

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