World War II Homefront

The video discusses the home front during World War II, highlighting how Americans supported the war through production, investment, and conservation. Factories shifted to wartime production, and citizens bought war bonds. Conservation efforts included rationing. Propaganda posters encouraged public support. The war impacted race relations, with some progress in employment equality. Women's roles changed significantly, with many joining the workforce, symbolized by Rosie the Riveter.

What was the third front of World War II, besides the European and Pacific theaters?

• The African front

• The home front

• The Arctic front

• The Middle Eastern front

Which company switched from making tennis shoes to boots during World War II?

• Converse

• Puma

• Adidas

• Nike

What vehicle, developed during World War II, evolved into a popular car brand today?

• Land Rover

• Jeep

• Toyota

• Hummer

How did the U.S. government encourage financial support for the war effort?

• By increasing taxes

• By reducing prices

• By offering free loans

• By selling war bonds

What was the purpose of rationing during World War II?

• To promote luxury goods

• To reduce government expenses

• To conserve resources for the military

• To increase consumer spending

What was the main goal of the propaganda posters during World War II?

• To encourage support for the war effort

• To promote tourism

• To advertise new products

• To entertain the public

Which Executive Order prohibited hiring discrimination in wartime factories?

• Executive Order 10450

• Executive Order 9066

• Executive Order 8802

• Executive Order 9981

What was the percentage increase of women in the workplace from 1941 to 1945?

• 200%

• 50%

• 75%

• 119%

Who was the fictional character used to encourage women to join the workforce during World War II?

• Betty the Builder

• Rosie the Riveter

• Nancy the Nurse

• Sally the Sailor

What was the inspiration for Norman Rockwell's painting of Rosie the Riveter?

• A historical photograph

• A popular novel

• A classical painting by Michelangelo

• A famous actress