What event led the United States to enter World War II?
• the attack on Pearl Harbor
• the blockade of Panama
• the capture of Hawaii
• the invasion of France
the attack on Pearl Harbor
1. What event led the United States to enter World War II? (1 point)
(answer) (A) the attack on Pearl Harbor
2. How did the United States try to protect its allies before entering the war?
(answer) (B) It enacted the Lend-Lease Act.
3. In what way did Texas women support the war effort at home?
(answer) (D) They became pilots.
4. Why were certain groups of people sent to Texas internment camps?
(answer) (A) The U.S. government was afraid of infrastructure damage.
5. How did the development of industry affect Texas after World War II?
(answer) (C) It led to a stronger economy and the growth of cities.
6. During World War II, gasoline was rationed to discourage non-essential use of fuel. W else was done to conserve gas?
(answer) (D) The speed limit was lowered to 35 miles per hour.
7. What has had the biggest impact on population growth in Texas?
(answer) (D) strong economy
8. What group of people remained in the workplace as a result of their work during the war?
(answer) (A) woman
9. Why was there a population boom in postwar Texas?
(answer) (D) Manufacturing jobs increased.
10. Which statement describes a social effect of postwar urbanization in Texas? (C) People of different races lived in the same neighborhood.
In short the answers are (A) (B) (D) (A) (C) (D) (D) (C) (A) (C)