WWII Rationing in Britain
10 Questions
0 Views

Choose a study mode

Play Quiz
Study Flashcards
Spaced Repetition
Chat to lesson

Podcast

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

Questions and Answers

What was the primary purpose of rationing during World War 2 in Britain?

  • To increase food production
  • To prevent people from hoarding food
  • To ensure that the wealthy had access to luxuries
  • To ensure that everybody had access to a fair amount of food (correct)
  • When was rationing first introduced in Britain during World War 2?

  • March 1942
  • June 1941
  • January 1940 (correct)
  • September 1939
  • What was the primary reason for rationing petrol and clothes?

  • They were in short supply due to the war
  • The government wanted to discourage their use
  • People were not willing to share these resources
  • They were essential for the army's efforts (correct)
  • Who was typically responsible for collecting food during rationing?

    <p>The housewives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the consequence of announcing rationing in advance?

    <p>People stockpiled items before they were rationed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How were foods like tinned goods and dried fruit rationed?

    <p>Using points that could change in value over time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why were fruit and vegetables not rationed?

    <p>They were seen as important for keeping the country healthy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happened when food supplies ran out in shops during rationing?

    <p>There wouldn't be any more until the next delivery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the name given to criminals who illegally obtained rationed items?

    <p>Spivs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When did rationing of some items finally come to an end?

    <p>In the early 1950s</p> Signup and view all the answers

    More Like This

    World War II Food Rationing in Britain
    10 questions
    World War II: Campaigns and Events
    28 questions
    U.S. Involvement in World War II Overview
    50 questions
    Use Quizgecko on...
    Browser
    Browser