World War II in Florida

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

Conservation and recycling were

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considered a patriotic duty.

Question 3

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 4

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 5

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

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By selling war bonds

Question 6

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.

Question 7

Did you include any of the following in your answer? Check all of the boxes that apply.

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Women were welcomed into jobs outside the home as they filled in for men who had gone to war.; African Americans were given equal treatment in defense industries.; Women and minorities got new and better-paying jobs.; Immigrants from Mexico were invited to the United States to help fill labor needs.

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