Scrap Rubber Donated and Reclaimed For War Effort

The video discusses the discovery of scrap rubber in Chicago and the potential for profit in reclaiming it. Prospectors report earnings from collecting scrap rubber, which is then taken to reclaiming plants. The United States Rubber Company processes the rubber for reuse in military vehicles. Donald Nelson urges citizens to contribute to the war effort by turning in their unused rubber items.

What was discovered in Chicago that presented an economic opportunity?

• An oil reserve

• A diamond deposit

• A large amount of scrap rubber

• A new gold mine

What percentage of the total weight of scrap tires is found to be usable?

• 95%

• 50%

• 75%

• 87%

Which company is involved in the rubber reclamation process?

• Firestone Tire and Rubber Company

• Michelin

• United States Rubber Company

• Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company

What is the main purpose of reprocessed rubber?

• To make rubber toys

• To create new rubber bands

• To manufacture threads for tanks and tires

• To produce rubber gloves

Who urged citizens to contribute to the war effort by donating rubber?

• Henry Ford

• Winston Churchill

• Donald Nelson

• Franklin D. Roosevelt