Exploring War Bonds and Rationing on the WWII Homefront

Exploring War Bonds and Rationing on the WWII Homefront

Assessment

Interactive Video

History

9th - 12th Grade

Easy

Created by

Lucas Foster

Used 1+ times

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The video discusses the role of war bonds in supporting the American war effort during the 1940s. It highlights the involvement of Hollywood celebrities in promoting these bonds and the participation of children in patriotic activities. The video also covers the impact of food rationing on American society, emphasizing its unifying effect despite the challenges it posed.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary purpose of purchasing war bonds during WWII?

To support celebrity careers

To invest in stock markets

To finance the war effort

To create job opportunities

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which famous actress was mentioned as participating in the war bond tour?

Elizabeth Taylor

Marilyn Monroe

Hedy Lamarr

Audrey Hepburn

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the minimum city subscription goal to have the celebrity tour visit?

$500,000

$1 million

$2 million

$100,000

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Americans express their support for the Allied forces through bond purchases?

By volunteering

By attending concerts

By sending letters

By buying war bonds

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What were the first items to be rationed in the US during WWII?

Bread and cereals

Vegetables and fruits

Sugar and coffee

Meat and cheese

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Approximately what percentage of retail business was estimated to be black market transactions during rationing?

50%

75%

25%

10%

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Americans need to manage alongside money due to rationing?

Gift vouchers

Ration coupons

Credit cards

Discount coupons

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