Women in WW2 Flashcards
(19 cards)
What was the primary role of women in the workforce during World War II?
Women took on roles traditionally held by men, including factory work, nursing, and military service.
True or False: Women were allowed to serve in combat roles during World War II.
False
Fill in the blank: The organization that recruited women into non-combat military roles in the U.S. was called the _____ Army Corps.
Women’s
Which program encouraged women to work in factories to support the war effort?
Rosie the Riveter campaign
What was the Women’s Auxiliary Army Corps (WAAC)?
A military unit that allowed women to serve in non-combat roles in the U.S. Army.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following was a common job for women during WWII? A) Pilot B) Nurse C) Factory Worker D) All of the above
D) All of the above
What impact did World War II have on women’s rights in the workforce?
It led to increased acceptance of women in the workforce and paved the way for future movements for gender equality.
True or False: Women were paid the same as men for the same work during WWII.
False
Who was a notable female figure in the British military during WWII?
Dame Vera Lynn, known for her morale-boosting songs, or women in the Auxiliary Territorial Service.
Fill in the blank: The _____ was a nickname for women who worked in factories during WWII, symbolizing female empowerment.
Rosie the Riveter
What was the role of women in the Soviet Union during WWII?
Women served as soldiers, snipers, pilots, and in various support roles.
Multiple Choice: Which country had women serve in combat roles during WWII? A) United States B) Germany C) Soviet Union D) All of the above
C) Soviet Union
What was the primary contribution of women in the U.S. Navy during WWII?
Women served in clerical, administrative, and support roles through the WAVES program.
True or False: Women were allowed to enlist in the military in all countries involved in WWII.
False
What was the significance of the ‘We Can Do It!’ poster?
It became an iconic symbol of female empowerment and the contribution of women to the war effort.
Fill in the blank: The _____ Code allowed women to serve in various military capacities in the U.S. Army.
G.I. Bill
What challenges did women face in the workforce during WWII?
Discrimination, lower pay than men, and societal pressure to return to traditional roles after the war.
Multiple Choice: In which year did the U.S. formally establish the Women’s Army Corps? A) 1941 B) 1943 C) 1945 D) 1947
B) 1943
What was a key legacy of women’s contributions during WWII?
It laid the groundwork for the women’s rights movement in the following decades.
