WW2 Review

What factors contributed to the rise of Nazism in Germany?

Economic turmoil, political instability, and nationalism.

What was the effect of Hitler's policy of expansion?

It led to the outbreak of World War II.

What was the effect of a battleship fire in Hawaii on December 7th, 1941?

It resulted in the United States entering World War II.

Why did President Roosevelt sign a declaration of war?

In response to the attack on Pearl Harbor.

What events occurred during World War II?

Major battles, the Holocaust, and the use of atomic bombs.

How did the political boundaries of Germany change in sequence of World War II?

Germany lost territory and was divided into East and West.

What was the main goal of Florida's State Defense Council?

To coordinate local defense efforts during the war.

How did Americans become mobilized for entry into World War II?

Through propaganda, enlistment, and war production efforts.

What was the purpose of the Lend Lease Act?

To provide military aid to foreign nations during WWII.

Why didn't Americans want to assist Britain and France in the early years of World War II?

Due to isolationist sentiments and the desire to avoid involvement in foreign wars.

What was the purpose of the camo at Auschwitz?

To deceive victims about their fate.

Why were women needed by the U.S. Navy during the war?

To fill roles traditionally held by men who were away fighting.

What challenges did African Americans face while serving in the armed forces?

Discrimination and segregation.

What opportunities arose for women and ethnic minorities during World War II?

Increased employment and social roles in the workforce.

What was the decision in Korematsu v. United States (1944)?

The Supreme Court upheld internment of Japanese Americans.

How did World War II affect the rights of Japanese Americans?

It led to the loss of their civil liberties and internment.

What was the purpose of the Office of War Information?

To disseminate propaganda and information regarding the war.

What was the purpose of the War Production Board and Selective Service System?

To oversee war production and enlistment for the military.

What was the purpose of the Nuremberg Trials (1945)?

To prosecute Nazi war criminals.

What was an important reason for the formation of the United Nations?

To prevent future global conflicts and promote peace.

What practice did the government implement to reduce the effects of shortages caused by mandatory rationing?

Price controls and rationing coupons.

What long term outcome of World War II were the signers of President Harry Truman's petition predicting?

The onset of the Cold War and geopolitical tensions.

What was the purpose of Justice Robert H. Jackson at Nuremberg Trials in 1945's opening statement?

To outline the charges against the Nazi leaders.

What was the consequence of the 1945 Potsdam Declaration?

It called for the surrender of Japan.

What limited the consumption of goods that could be used for the war effort?

Mandatory rationing policies.