American Women
In what war did women first work as clerks and spies?
The Civil War
What part of the Neutrality Acts prevented bankers from being responsible for the war?
Bankers were not allowed to lend money to nations at war (or belligerents).
What was the first supply route to China called?
Who coined the phrase: "arsenal for democracy?"
President Roosevelt
Name two reasons why it was difficult for women to take jobs in defense plants during WWII.
1. Clothing (women wore dresses)
2. Housework was time-consuming.
3. Gas shortage made it difficult to get to work.
4. If she had children, she would need a babysitter.
5. Male supervisors gave them a hard time.
What were women in the Navy called during WWII?
WAVES
What European nations conquered by the Germans had colonies in the Western hemisphere?
France (French), the Netherlands (Dutch), Denmark (Danish)
What was the nickname for the Himalayas?
the "Aluminum Trail"
Who said that businesses should be allowed to make money?
Henry Stimson
What happened at the Arcadia Conference? Why did MacArthur not like the Arcadia Conference?
President Roosevelt and Prime Minister Churchill decided to focus efforts on the Western front. By sending more resources to fight Hitler, MacArthur did not have the support he needed to fight in the Pacific.
What were women in the navy called during WWI?
Yeomanettes
What was the purpose of Operation Barbarossa?
The invasion of Russia by the German troops.
Who said: "I shall return."
MacArthur
What were three parts of traditional life not interfered with during WWII?
BASEBALL, BROADWAY, and MOVIES
Why were the battles of Coral Sea and Midway important from both a military and psychological standpoint?
The Battle of Coral Sea was the first naval battle fought by airplanes, and this was the first time that a Japanese invasion had been blocked. The aircraft carriers lost in this battle could not be used at the upcoming battle at Midway Island, which was the first naval defeat since 1594.
What excuse did air force officers give for not using women pilots?
They were "too high strung."
Who (a leader not a country) else had tried to invade Russia?
Napoleon
How many captured American died on the Bataan Death March?
17000
What were three groups unhappy with Leon Henderson?
Labor leaders, farmers, landlords, and Americans who didn't like rationing.
What was the Lend-Lease act like borrowing chewing gum?
Britain was allowed to borrow $7-billion worth of American equipment. We can assume that this equipment would be damaged during wartime. It is not like anyone would want back used equipment or gum.
They had to use their work badge not their thumb.
In what year did France attempt to invade Russia?
1812
Why were price controls seen as important during WWII?
Price controls prevented inflation.
How many weeks did it take Henry Kaiser's plant to make a ship?
Two weeks
For Americans, why was the war not as tragic (or sad) in 1941? Why did some people's opinions change in 1942?
In 1941, the war boosted the American economy by putting many individuals back to work. America had been suffering through the Great Depression during the 1930s. By 1942, rations had been instituted, which people were not happy about.