Mobilization on the Home Front

Question 1

Look at this poster. What messages is it trying to send? Check all of the boxes that apply.

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Winning the war will protect Americans’ right to free speech.; The Nazis are a threat to free speech.; Buying war bonds will help protect Americans’ right to free speech.; Americans’ sacrifices in the war are necessary to protect their freedoms.

Question 2

How did entertainers contribute to the war effort? Check all of the boxes that apply.

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They served in the military.; They entertained service men and women.; They promoted enlistment and the purchase of war bonds.

Question 3

Why were Americans asked to plant victory gardens? Check all of the boxes that apply.

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So that there would be more food to go around on the home front; So that soldiers, marines, and sailors would have enough

Question 4

How did the US government raise money to finance the war?

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By selling war bonds

Question 5

How did World War II change the roles of women in society and in the economy?Check all of the boxes that apply.

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Women began working in factories and shipyards, doing jobs previously held by men.; Women joined the military and did many kinds of jobs to free men for combat duty.

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