WW2 Home Front in the USA

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What was the primary purpose of the War Production Board's Limitation Order 85 in April 1942?

To provide coupons for essential items in ration books

To encourage Americans to participate in meatless meal days

To increase the production of war supplies

To conserve fabric and implement garment-making restrictions (correct)

What percentage of vegetable consumption in America was attributed to Victory Gardens in 1945?

20%

30%

40% (correct)

50%

What was the primary role of the War Activities Committee established by Hollywood?

To produce movies with themes centered around submarines

To communicate with Americans and boost morale

To establish a channel of communication between the movie industry and federal government (correct)

To create propaganda films for the war effort

What was the occupation of Rock Hudson during WW2?

Aircraft mechanic Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary source of information for many families during WW2?

Radio broadcasting Signup and view all the answers

What was the unemployment rate in the United States in 1944?

1.2% Signup and view all the answers

What was the result of the war on the way Americans sought government help?

They sought help from the federal government. Signup and view all the answers

What was the nickname given to women who joined the workforce to produce supplies during WWII?

Rosie the Riveter Signup and view all the answers

What was the result of Executive Order 9066?

It forced almost 75,000 Americans of Japanese descent into internment. Signup and view all the answers

What happened to American factories after the war?

They were converted back to peacetime production. Signup and view all the answers

What event marked the entry of the United States into World War 2?

The bombing of Pearl Harbor Signup and view all the answers

What was the term used to describe the work and activities of civilians during World War 2?

Home front Signup and view all the answers

What was the result of the massive number of troops leaving to fight in World War 2?

A drastic decrease in unemployment Signup and view all the answers

What was the main reason for the rationing of supplies such as food and gasoline during World War 2?

To divert supplies for military use Signup and view all the answers

How did the entertainment industry respond to the United States' entry into World War 2?

It began producing movies and shows with content centered around the war Signup and view all the answers

WW2 Home Front in the USA

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